Operational Clinical Nurse Specialist

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We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Netcare invites you to be part of our journey. The Operational Clinical Nurse Specialist focuses on the delivery of quality competent nursing care. The incumbent acts as a clinical resource and leader in the theatre environment, performing functions at an advanced level competently and consistently. Sound and contemporary knowledge of the operating theatre, together with an advanced understanding of professional nursing, health care delivery and programme planning, allows the Operational CNS to fulfil the following primary roles: Operational management, Advanced clinical care, Consultation as a source of expert knowledge, Clinical teaching of staff and learners, Research, Leadership KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES BEST AND SAFEST PRODUCT Time Spent: 0% Patient care 0% Support the Unit Manager in ensuring that the Theatre is providing safe, cost effective quality patient care in line with the Clinical Governance strategy, evidence based practice and healthcare research. Acts as a shift coordinator Responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of competent nursing care Support group quality improvement initiatives that are applicable to the theatre and participate in the process towards compliance to improvement interventions. Supports and supervises less experienced staff, acts as a preceptor for new staff, and assists in the clinical teaching of learners Provide leadership in the clinical situation, and acts as an influential role model for best competent professional practice Research activities 0% Contribute to the ongoing research, development and review of best practice in the specialty Participate in quality improvement and management initiatives that can be written up into a report and / or presentation GROWING WITH PASSIONATE PEOPLE Time Spent: 0% Teamwork 0% Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals Co-operate and collaborate with other hospital departments to provide appropriate support services. Create an environment which stimulates the morale and productivity of employees and drives employee engagement. Education and training facilitation 0% Acts as a resource in the clinical specialty as a result of advanced and broad knowledge and skills in that specialty Orientate new staff and students to ensure a detailed understanding of the Theatre environment Resource Allocation 0% Allocate staff members in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff to provide appropriate skill as required for the booked procedures. / In collaboration with the Unit Manager support the adjustment of staff levels according to theatre utilisation and needs. Personal and professional development 0% Active involvement in own professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge Keep up to date with Netcare's evolving policies and procedures Build and maintain stakeholder relationships 0% Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial. Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal Maintain and encourage effective communication and interaction within the unit, other members of the multi-disciplinary team and the public. Foster good interpersonal relations and public relations while interpreting / applying the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures SKILLS PROFILE EDUCATION Essential Registered as a registered /professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council or equivalent NQF level 7 nursing qualification A post basic nursing qualification in Operating room nursing, together with contemporary skills and knowledge of that specialty. KNOWLEDGE Essential Thorough knowledge of theatre nursing theory and practice Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the theatre. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee's ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation. VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS Netcare Values At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence. Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation. Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential. Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding Pa

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