Clinical Specialist Nurse

Certification/Associate Degree in the field of Nursing from a recognized institution and is licensed and registered to practice.

Possess at least five (5) O’levels inclusive of English Language and Mathematics.

Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Trinidad and Tobago.

To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence-based care using a defined model of care.

Competently manage critical care therapies as per specialty e.g. Infection Control Specialty.

To analyze and interpret complex data derived from patient monitoring and plan appropriate care within agreed protocols.

To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with hospital policies and ensure that these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to by all staff, within own management responsibility.

To communicate with patients and significant others with empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care, and treatment.

To maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing records using appropriate documentation.

Liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for patients being discharged towards/referring hospitals.

Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs according to The St Augustine Medicine Management policy and procedures, including intra-venous medication and epidural analgesia.

Supervise junior staff, or unqualified staff, in all aspects of care. Ensure that staff have the knowledge, skills, and resources to carry out care delegated to them.

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to promote good communication and a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

To participate in team projects/audits as needed.

Implement safe working practices as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act.

To always safeguard, confidentiality of information relating to patients and staff.

Be aware of the responsibilities under the Health & Safety at work act (1974), and to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, service users and visitors.

To demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to the hospital’s child protection policies.

Will be based at St Augustine Private Hospital however may be required occasionally to work cross wards within SAPH on a temporary or permanent basis.

To act as an effective mentor and preceptor for junior staff and learner nurses.

To liaise with other hospital staff and departments to promote and maintain effective working relationships, ensuring high standards of care and service.

Maintain a safe environment for all staff, patients and visitors and ensure that all equipment is safe and in working order.

Shows awareness of budget implications and maximizes cost effectiveness in the use of resources such as stock and equipment.

To be responsible for reporting incidents and potential risks to the senior sister/charge nurse.

To assist in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and complaints.

To implement corrective actions where necessary, under the direction of the senior sister / charge nurse, in accordance with hospital policies.

Participate in the development and implementation of new initiatives.

To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.

To ensure reports are submitted on time e.g. Overtime via Pneumatic, Punctuality Reports, Site Reports, etc.