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MERCY HEALTH

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

Registered Nurse - Division 1 Grade 2
Core Mercy Values: / Compassion, Hospitality, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork
Position title: / Registered Nurse Division 1 / Employee name:
Entity/Group:
Business Unit/Department: / Mercy Health – Aged Care
Nursing
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Position reports to: / Clinical Care Coordinator / Positions reporting to this one:
Position Purpose: / The Division 1 practices as per the Victorian Nurses Board policy and guidelines regarding nursing scope of practice. They are a member of the multidisciplinary team who work closely with Residents and their families or representatives. They are expected to be role models, complete day to day tasks and report any issues and adverse advents to the Clinical Care Co-ordinator. They will work closely with staff and assist them in undertaking assessments, treatment, documentation and activities. They will have a number of year's experience in aged care settings and have the ability to work independently.
The Division 1 will have an important role in providing leadership to staff and be expected to lead in the provision of quality care to residents by ensuring the delivery of skilled, individualised care to the highest possible professional standard.
Qualifications: / Essential:
·  Registered Nurse Division 1 with the NBV.
·  Excellent clinical skills and has significant Aged Care experience.
·  Demonstrated leadership qualities.
·  Strong working knowledge of legislation and policies pertinent to Aged Care and the workplace.
·  Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
·  Computer Literacy.
Desirable:
·  Working knowledge of ACFI, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and ACRIS.
·  Ability to speak a relevant community language would be an advantage.
·  Experience working collaboratively with consumer and carer organizations.
·  Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
·  Has actively run and managed a portfolio which adds value to the work place and requires a higher level of understanding and commitment.
·  Previous team management experience.
·  Leadership qualities
Resource management: / Total staff management (FTE):
Annual Operating Expenditure:
Annual Capital Expenditure:
Mandatory Organisational Competencies required / Personal Competencies required /

Job Competencies Required

·  Orientation / ·  Behaviours consistent with the Values of Mercy Health - acts with honesty and integrity at all times / ·  Leadership of multi-disciplined teams, effective delegation skills
·  Diversity & Equity / ·  Demonstrated effective communication skills –
verbal and written / ·  Clinical skills commensurate with Div 2 medication endorsed
·  Emergency Procedures / ·  Proficient problem solving and decision making skills / ·  Experience in care delivery in an aged care environment – including working knowledge of OH&S, infection control, aged care standards and documentation.
·  Work Health & Safety / ·  Fosters an inclusive environment that empowers residents and staff to meet their potential / ·  Rostering and workforce planning experience
·  Infection Control / ·  Effective team member - and has an ability to accept and take verbal and written directions, and seeks confirmation when unsure / ·  Resident focused
·  Complaints Management / ·  Respects the dignity, privacy and individuality of residents and keeps confidential resident information / ·  Time management skills to allow multiple tasks to be undertaken concurrently with proficient computing skills
·  Elder Abuse / ·  Maintains neat, clean and professional appearance, and demonstrates a positive attitude to their role and responsibilities / ·  Workforce appraisal and performance management skills
·  Ability to work under minimal direct supervision

Mercy Health RN- Division 1

Key Result Areas / Key Activities / Standard Measures /

MERCY VALUES

Demonstrates and upholds the Values and Mission of Mercy Health. / ·  Ensure the values of Mercy Health are incorporated into daily practices in relation to all activities. / ·  Be compassionate and provide support to staff and customers.
·  Consistently shows respect and values each person’s dignity.
·  Seeks opportunities to be innovative for improvement.
·  Is accountable for a high standard of care.
·  Communicates and operates openly and honestly as an effective team member.

PERSON CENTRED CARE:

Demonstrate and uphold the Mercy Place Model of Care by providing care based on the individual beliefs, needs and wishes of each resident.

/ ·  Attends to the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of residents.
·  Understands, acknowledges and addresses the plagues of loneliness, helplessness and boredom.
·  When possible assists and delivers lifestyle initiatives to improve the overall health and wellbeing of residents.
·  Respects and honours the individual wishes of each resident.
·  Creates and promotes an environment that is positive, vibrant, fun, spontaneous and filled with meaning.
·  Promotes safety, security and optimal health for residents. / ·  Increased lifestyle satisfaction for each resident.
·  Demonstrated attitude which is positive and supportive.
·  Treats each resident as an individual, by actively listening and respecting their wishes.
·  Encourages feedback and support from residents
·  Active participation to promote close and continuing contact with children, plants and animals
·  Contributes to ensure residents receive their best day possible.
·  Reports any signs of loneliness, helplessness or boredom.

Resident Focused.

/ ·  Promotes a resident focused approach in all activities and behaviours.
·  Involves the resident in their care.
·  See the resident as a person and treat the resident as an individual.
·  Includes resident’s beliefs and values in care plan.
·  Activities are resident focused based on input from residents.
·  Structures in place to ensure resident confidentiality is maintained at all times. / ·  All documents utilise a language that reflects a strong care first and resident focused approach.
·  Care reflects an extension of the resident’s prior lifestyle.
·  Residents articulate that they feel that they are the focus of care.
·  Communication reflects respect and a non paternalistic manner.
Effective delegation of work area tasks in maintaining the quality of care to residents through effective management of the Care team. / ·  Effective management of a shift.
·  Acts as a preceptor / mentor for other RN Div 2’s and or Personal Care Assistants.
·  Assists to develop and sustain an environment that supports excellence in clinical practice and resident care.
·  Ensures residents have accurate up to date care plans based on their needs.
·  Ensures allocation of staff is based on relevant residents clinical needs and staff capacity to care for the resident
·  Assists team members as required.
·  Undertakes education and training as required. / ·  All activities of daily living are completed for residents under their care in a timely manner.
·  Documentation supports the provision of all activities of daily living having been provided at the conclusion of each shift.
·  Audits demonstrate compliance with Aged Care Standards at any given time.
·  Documentation supports annual performance appraisals of team members.
·  Staff issues are dealt with in accordance with Mercy Health and the facility policies and are addressed in a timely fashion.
Maintains residents’ personal care and hygiene to an acceptable standard taking into account resident needs and regulations. / ·  Identifies and contributes to the physical, emotional and lifestyle needs and wants of the Residents, through assessment and observation. Reports changes to the responsible RN Division 1.
·  Implements clinical interventions as per Victorian Nurses policy and guidelines regarding scope of practice.
·  Takes responsibility and assists the Residents with their personal care and hygiene needs whilst promoting their independence whenever possible.
·  Participates and assists in the assessment, formulation and review of residents care plans.
·  Documents the evaluation of interventions and reports by exception changes/information in the progress notes.
·  Plans and organises work practices and activities with regard to the Residents’ preference and other service activities and plans. / ·  Timely and accurate reporting of resident needs wants and changes in condition.
·  High levels of resident satisfaction.
·  Accreditation achieved.
Operates in a team oriented manner demonstrating courtesy, professionalism and team work consistent with their professional training and the values of Mercy Health. / ·  Practice according to the professional code of conduct for Registered Nurse Division 2.
·  Demonstrates a positive attitude to the agreed role and responsibilities of the position.
·  Understands and demonstrates behaviours which reflect the Mission, Vision and Core Values of Mercy Health Mercy Place Parkville into work practices. / ·  Active contribution to achieving team objectives.
Performs duties in a manner that promotes efficiency and improvements for the residents, the facility and colleagues. /

·  Participates and pro-actively contributes to the review of procedures, which aim towards ‘best’ practice.

·  Maintains OH&S standards at all times.
·  Conducts entry and exit interviews with residents and their families and formulates care plans relatively.
·  Identifies and leads in the provision of an environment, which accommodates the individual needs of residents and provides a ‘home like’ environment.
·  Ensures that Residents are aware of their rights and responsibilities and are provided with information about their treatment and care.
·  Assist with the resolution of complaints.
·  Liaises with relevant community agencies to ensure continuity of care for Residents.
·  Ensures that information and education is provided in a language and manner that meets the individual’s needs. / ·  Pro-active participation in the formulation of new procedures and review of existing procedures relating to work practices and the environment.
·  Active participation in identifying and solving problems relating to areas of responsibility.
·  High residents and staff satisfaction levels.

Team Work.

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·  Individually is an effective team member and works with other team members in a way that empowers them to be effective team members.

·  Initiates and demonstrates Strategic Leadership.
·  Accepts formal team leadership roles.
·  Promotes positive culture through active engagement in the workplace through concepts of
·  Choose your attitude
·  Be there for all
·  Make their day
·  Have fun / ·  Effective teams.
·  Effectively manages conflict situations.
·  Gossip is managed.
·  Evidence of positive culture – core business achieved, high staff and resident satisfaction levels, effective use of resources, minimal sick leave levels and high staff retention levels.
Ensures financial responsibility to optimise service. / ·  Follows roster protocols and staff replacement policies.
·  Utilises resources responsibly. / · Budget not exceeded.
· Staff replacement as per protocols
Takes reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, fellow staff and others in the workplace. / ·  Reports hazards, near misses and injuries immediately
·  Uses personal protective equipment
·  Comply with risk management policies and procedures and instruction
·  Attend all safety meetings and training sessions / ·  Complete incident reports
·  Elect and support health and safety representatives
·  Contribute to risk assessments
·  Participate in training and meetings regarding safety
Employee’s Signature: / Date:
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Mercy Health RN- Division 1