Scrub Registered Nurse – Theatre

Duties & Responsibilities

Audit of health records to ensure compliance
Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately
Keep abreast of current research in the discipline
Practice patient care according to the Scope of Practice and assume total responsibility for these activities
Contribute to the holistic care of patients
Attend handover of report at shift commencement
Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care
Promote patient of health and wellbeing
Practice the principles of infection prevention and all Standard precautions
Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives and visitors
Execute all procedures according to hospital standards
Refer all complaints from patients and doctors to sister-in-charge of the unit

Carry out all departmental duties as assigned by supervisors
Provide and supervise the delivery of evidence based nursing care
Ensure that all patients have an appropriate nursing care plan
Communicate with Health Care Practitioners regarding any change in health status
Administer and store medication in accordance with the Netcare policy.
Perform other duties as reasonably requested by the Unit Manager or senior member of staff
Participate in ward/units quality improvement programme
Effective risk prevention and management
Maintain a therapeutic, clean and safe environment that is free from medico-legal hazards
Adhere to the Netcare Resuscitation and Reanimation policy
Adhere to Netcare medical waste management principles and all other waste management principles
Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act
Report and act upon potential/actual risks identified
Responsible for ensuring correct use, cleaning and storage of equipment
Report equipment needing repair or replacement
Maintain professional conduct and standards at all times in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal.
Manage acuity and skill mix to ensure appropriate level of care
EDUCATION

Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Diploma as a Registered Nurse
WORK EXPERIENCE

1-3 years’ experience as a Scrub RN in Theatre
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
KNOWLEDGE

Relevant knowledge in the particular nursing discipline.

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