Ensure and oversee the care that is delivered to all patients in the unit is safe, appropriate and effective.
Determine nursing interventions based on assessment data. Prioritizes identified needs,
Implement nursing actions and evaluates patient outcomes. Develops or revises the plan of care
Deliver identified patient needs.
Co-ordinate the overall clinical activities of the unit when assigned to the charge nurse role.
Collaborate with the Nursing Supervisor on staffing for a particular shift.
Plan, implement and evaluate clinical programs. Evaluate the ability of the patient/family/significant others to understand and participate in decisions about their care.
Facilitate patient education. Maintains accurate clinical records.
Perform advanced or specialized nursing skills competently and independently.
Maintain current knowledge of clinical nursing practice.
Act as a clinical resource for staff on unit.
Communicate and consult with other health care disciplines. Act as a patient advocate.
Represent nursing at multidisciplinary rounds.
Participate in the development of standards, procedures and protocols.
Facilitate evidence based practice.
Promote change in nursing practice when required.
Take a proactive role under the guidance of Nursing Management/Nursing Education in training, education and CQI activities of nursing staff.
Promote a learning environment.
Identify opportunities for improvement.
Perform other professional duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.
