CSSD Supervisor

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Overview The provided job description for the CSSD Supervisor role at Netcare outlines responsibilities typically associated with a Professional Nurse or Clinical Nurse. This position involves the assessment, planning, and implementation of individualized, holistic, and person-centered nursing care for patients, their families, or the community. The incumbent coordinates patient care within a multi-disciplinary health team, applying scientifically based nursing theories, processes, and relevant educational and technical healthcare means. What you will do * Serve as a clinical resource in assisting personnel to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document nursing care in the unit. * Ensure communication and interaction with family and health professionals regarding optimal patient care, acting as a patient advocate when necessary. * Ensure communication between nursing management and unit to eliminate patient care problems/issues. * Assess, plan, and implement advanced nursing care in a specialized field in accordance with standard nursing care procedures, SOPs, nursing care theory, and medical direction. * Initiate, direct, and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated for any patient/person in any ward/department, diagnosing and treating emergency patients quickly, effectively, and efficiently within the Scope of Practice. * Interview patients and families to obtain relevant background information and problem identification, evaluate patient’s behavior, and assess immediate and long-term needs. * Participate as a professional member of the multi-disciplinary team in evaluating, developing, and implementing health care plans and treatment regimes. * Conduct rounds with physicians/medical practitioners to review patient conditions, develop nursing care plans, and participate in the care of all patients in the unit. * Evaluate patient care needs, initiate individualized nursing care plans, and co-ordinate patient services. * Prepare day/night shift documentation reflecting patient status, patient/staff ratio, and problems. * Communicate with the unit manager to keep them informed of activities and problems. * Perform any related tasks as requested. * Provide input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures in the hospital. * Ensure the provision of a safe, clean, and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. * Optimize and maintain quality, effective, and safe nursing care within the assigned budget. * Evaluate, set standards for, and monitor the safe utilization of supplies and equipment. * Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals. * Co-operate and collaborate with other hospital departments to provide appropriate support services. * Co-ordinate with the Clinical Facilitation Department and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to meet ongoing educational needs of nursing staff/students and patients. * Co-operate with Clinical Facilitators in planning, implementing mentoring, and evaluating learning experiences/opportunities for nursing staff/students. * Provide for the ongoing review, practice, and in-service training of emergency procedures. * Actively participate in in-service training and orientation of new staff in the unit. * Advise and inform staff on current and revised policies and procedures. * Allocate staff members to promote optimal use of staff and provide appropriate nursing care based on individual patient needs and staff specialized skills through proper clinical judgment. * Adjust staff levels to provide for acuity level needs. * Actively engage in personal professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge. * Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures. * Work effectively and cooperatively with others to establish and maintain good, mutually beneficial working relationships. * Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goals. * Maintain and encourage effective communication and interaction within the unit, with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, and the public. * Foster good interpersonal and public relations while interpreting/applying the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. * Implement medical technologies, digitisation, and data solutions for the benefit of the business and patients. * Facilitate CareOn adoption of electronic patient records, e-scripts, clinical orders by doctors, and stock management. Requirements (from the original advert) * Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council * Thorough knowledge of general / specialized nursing theory and practice * Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices Who should apply The ideal candidate is a registered Professional Nurse or Clinical Nurse with thorough and extensive knowledge of general and specialized nursing theory and practice. They should be highly skilled in providing holistic, patient-centered care, capable of coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and applying scientific nursing principles. This role requires an individual who can serve as a clinical resource, act as a patient advocate, manage communication within the unit, and perform advanced nursing care, including emergency interventions. The applicant should be a team player, committed to quality and risk management, policy development, and continuous education and training for staff and patients. Strong skills in staff allocation, personal professional development, stakeholder relationship building, and an openness to implementing new medical technologies and digital solutions are also desired. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/cssd-supervisor-netcare-2 Source: myjobmag

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