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.
Initiate, direct and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated to any patient in any ward/department of the hospital.
Participate as a professional member of the multi-disciplinary team in evaluating, developing and implementing health care plans and treatment regime.
Do rounds with the physician/medical practitioners to review condition of patients; develop nursing care plans; participate in the care of all patients in the unit.
Registered professional nurse responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualized, holistic nursing care in an emergency department setting.
Responsibilities
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
Initiate, direct and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated
Participate as a professional member of the multi-disciplinary team in evaluating, developing and implementing health care plans and treatment regimes
Co‑ordinate patient services and prepare day/night shift documentation
Requirements
Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council
