Enrolled Nurse Casual

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Enrolled Nurse Level 1 as a member of a multidisciplinary nursing team, participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Enrolled Nurse delivers quality evidence-based nursing care within their scope of practice.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

2.1    Mission

• Capacity to understand and willingness to support and promote the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care
• Commitment to organisation’s service ethos through the provision of excellent service
• Caregivers are required to act in accordance with the standards of behaviour outlined in the SJGHC Code of Conduct document.

2.2    Patient Care

• Works in consultation and co-operation with other care team members to provide care according to the physical and emotional needs of the patient and their families.
• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the day to day mental health and basic physical care requirements of patients.
• Participate in patient assessments, including mental health, risk assessment and management, history taking and developing comprehensive nursing care plans. Ensuring risks are documented and appropriate interventions, referrals are facilitated.
• Advise and educate patients regarding treatment and recovery in relevant specialty.
• Utilise and promote reflective practice models, such as Clinical Supervision to promote best practice, heighten awareness and development of self and colleagues.
• Utilise appropriate de-escalation skills to prevent aggressive behaviour.
• Responsibly and effectively manage resources used in the provision of health care.
• Participate in medication administration procedures according to statutory and organisational guidelines under the supervision of the RN.
• Observe record and report to the Nurse Unit Manager / Team Leader/ Clinical Nurse or relevant supervisor.
• Recognise the rights of all patients under our care.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of the health management of patients for professional clinical and legal purposes.
• Be competent under supervision in the management of medical emergencies, physical assessment and crisis intervention.

2.3    Governance, Safety and Quality

• Work within a Recovery Model patient-focused framework.
• Contribute, within knowledge and skill level, to the maintenance of a safe environment through prevention, surveillance, monitoring and early intervention.
• Performs all duties in accordance with SJGHC policies and procedures.
• Comply with and demonstrate a positive commitment to Regulations, Acts and National Standards relevant to Nursing.
• Ensure own knowledge, practice and philosophy of care is consistent with the requirements of the National Standards

2.4    Professional Conduct

• To work within the Enrolled Nurse SCOPE OF PRACTICE
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of both patients and caregivers at all times.

2.4    Professional Development

• Work within clinical professional guidelines, regulations and SJOGHC policies, protocols and procedures.
• Attend all mandatory training as required.
• Attends relevant training sessions offered by SJGHC.  Recognises the necessity to continually develop skills and acquire additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
• Actively seeks opportunities for further professional development.
• Participates in staff development programs and relevant meetings at both unit and hospital level, e.g. Unit meetings, Committee meetings.
• Seeks feedback on performance and provides same to colleagues.

All other reasonable duties at directed by the Nurse Unit Manager or Supervisor

3.      Team Work

• Participate as a valued team member promoting and contributing to a supportive team environment.

4.      Communication

• Communicate effectively with all customers and patients using the appropriate channels, utilising appropriate formal and informal channels of communication.

5.      Quality and Risk

• Participate in, contribute to and implement quality improvement and risk management into all aspects of service.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.

6.      Occupational Health and Safety

• Adhere to all applicable St John of God Health Care policies and guidelines.
• Take reasonable care of themselves and others.
• Not to interfere, bypass or misuse any system or equipment provided for health, safety and welfare purposes.
• Take all actions to avoid, eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Seek information on any work they undertake and be aware of the risks and hazards associated with their work.
• Report all incidents / hazards / injuries.
• Assist in completion of incidents / hazards / injuries reports.
• Participate in the documentation of Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures for activities that could pose an OHS risk.
• Raise OHS issues with appropriate caregivers and take part in OHS consultative arrangements.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment as required and directed.
• Attend all mandatory and recommended OHS training as scheduled by Group Services.
• Promote a positive safety culture within their areas by demonstrating a positive commitment to OHS.

7.      Environment

• The caregiver, recognising St John of God Health Care commitment to responsible environmental stewardship, will support the organisational Environmental goals in performance of all duties. Ensure a safe and clean environment is maintained for caregivers and patients.

8.      Safety and protection of children, young people and adults at risk

• Ensure that Child Safe practices are inherent in working with children, young people and adults at risk in all areas of service delivery, including on and off location.
• Ensure that children, young people and adults at risk are aware of their rights to a safe and abuse free environment and are aware of how to report any concerns.
• Immediately report any suspected, observed or disclosed abuse in line with the reporting processes, to line manager with view to it being reported to relevant protective authority.
• Work with children / young people and adults at risk in a way that is respectful and appropriate to any cultural / diverse background and ensure a safe environment is in place.

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.