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POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred care to residents in aged care facilities so they receive the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously, and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as required

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Sources: Employment Agreement, Employment Agreement

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide The role of the Manager Healthy Lifestyles is to be responsible for the suite of Allied Health services provided by Benalla Health in community, acute inpatient and residential aged care settings through effective leadership and management of both staff and other resources. Responsibilities include but are not limited to oversight and leadership of evidence based clinical practice; staff recruitment, retention and rostering; performance monitoring and management; fostering and facilitating a person-sense of team and teamwork; fostering and facilitating a values based culture that prioritises safety and an expectation of consistency in practice; coordination and leadership of team based portfolios; medical liaison; monitoring of unit budgets, supplies and resources; and oversight of the maintenance of unit facilities and equipment. The Manager Healthy Lifestyles will be expected to contribute to both unit and organisational clinical governance including ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, quality and safety standards, industrial agreements and organisational guiding statements and documents. The Manager Healthy Lifestyles will also demonstrate appropriate expertise and leadership to both role model and mentor the attributes, behaviours, knowledge and skills reflective of best practice and demonstration of organisational values. The Manager Healthy Lifestyles will liaise with, and support the Operational Director Healthy Communities to achieve the organisational goals outlined within the Benalla Health Strategic, Clinical Services and Operational Plans. • Meets practice and competency standards of relevant Allied Health discipline with, where appropriate, post graduate qualifications to ensure safe and effective clinical practice and leadership • Practises in accordance with the profession’s code of ethics. • Contribute to achieving clinical outcomes and service delivery by the performance of clinical duties • Liaise with and support internal and external provides as relevant to services provided • Identification, implementation and/or coordination of quality improvement activities • Ensures services comply with relevant legislation, industrial agreements and quality and safety standards • Provides oversight of the day to day operational management and governance within services responsible for • Meets annual service targets relevant to suit of Allied Health Services • Acts in higher duties as and when required including o Leave relief for Operational Director Healthy Communities. • Facilitates, promotes participation in and actions recommendations from unit, divisional and organisational communication strategies including attendance of regular staff, consumer and service rounding; the facilitation of regular unit meetings; participation in staff and consumer forums. • Responds to consumer feedback following due process and in a timely manner with the goal to minimise the incidence of complaints • Facilitates a cultures that supports open disclosure and transparency • Facilitates a culture of service that promotes inclusion, person centred care and self determination • Facilitates a culture of safety, evidence based practice and professional practice advancement • Contributes to residents service planning and evaluation • Demonstrates personal commitment to a culture of hardwiring excellence by role modelling behaviours and ensuring service compliance with agreed code of conduct and workplace tactics that reflect and support organisational values • Delivers services within allocated budget and advocates for models of care that continually improves service access, service integration and service responsiveness in aged care facilities so they receive a fiscally and environmentally sustainable manner. • Monitors budget and related funding targets to identify and implement corrective actions where necessary • Complies with monthly accountability reports and meeting requirements • Develops, maintains and monitors unit specific risks as recorded on the right care organisational risk register • Develops and monitors annual departmental operational plan to support the achievement of organisational priorities. • Responds to, investigates and actions recommendations for all unit based incident reports in a timely manner. • Escalates concerns and/or issues in a timely manner in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. • Manages supplies and resources in a sustainable and efficient manner in accordance with organisational procurement policies and procedures. • Provides leadership aligned to the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: values of Benalla Health Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ a team culture that is inclusive and respectful of difference • Manages recruitment and retention strategies relevant to services responsible for • Monitors and ensures staff compliance with mandatory and required training, completion of annual staff appraisal, development and monitoring of performance improvement plans and where required grievance procedures. • Is accountable for departmental rosters including appropriate skill mix and staffing levels and the management of planned and unplanned leave relevant to legislative requirements and according to the organisations rostering rules. • Facilitates and provides oversight for safe, effective and consistent services by ensuring the scope of practice aligns with the service capability framework. • Ensures scope of practice is reflective of appropriate credentialing, practice is supported by current evidence and relevant guiding documents. • Attends and participates in and/or leads (as required) Benalla Health governance committees Excellent clinical assessment Attends and care planning skills participates in professional and other organisational leadership meetings and other organisational leadership meetings Understanding Develops and implementation maintains partnerships to support and build service capacity • Contributes to the development, review and update of person centred care approach for guiding documents • Implements and manages change and innovation and ensures any change in practice is evidence based and evaluated • Monitors and analyses service data and reports service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously, and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your serviceoutcomes. • Ensure all risks are identified Leads / participates in projects to review and/or advance service delivery. • Complies with organisational, departmental and/or commonwealth audit schedule and reported promptly quality reporting requirements • Networks within and that prevention strategies are implemented beyond the organisation. • Monitors trends in service outcomes and improvements benchmarked against outcomes achieved by other equitable services • As appropriate, participates in and/or facilities research relevant to ensure advancing the safety scope of all patients, staff practice and consumers service provision Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety Actively manages gaps and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue /or opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of servicesgrowth in service provision. • Actively involve patientsDevelops funding and program submissions in collaboration with Operational Director Healthy Communities In accordance with the current Victorian OH&S legislation and infection control standards, consumers and/or carers in each employee has the responsibility to take reasonable care of their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality own health and safety improvement activities by: Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere Adhering to the organisationBenalla Health’s Infection Prevention and Control OH&S policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives Comply with all legislative, regulatory Reporting hazards and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. injuries • Participate in activities OH&S consultation and OHS training • Cooperate with managers and supervisors to ensure that will improve facilities for care recipients OH&S responsibilities are met by all • Not wilfully interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health and staffsafety or wilfully put anyone at risk. • Ensure work practices enhance worker Each Employee is responsible for ensuring that they are fit to perform their duties without risk to the safety, health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy of themselves and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required others within the RACF workplace. This responsibility includes compliance with reasonable measures put in place by the Employer and any related occupational health and safety requirements. Attendance at meetings internally Consult with OH&S representative on any proposed changes to the workplace. • Consult with representative on major items being purchased. • Permit OH&S representatives to attend training. • Provide facilities and externally assistance to OH&S representative to ensure they can perform their function and duties. Each employee has the responsibility to minimise exposure to incidents of infection/cross infection of residents, staff, visitors and the general public. Please refer to Benalla Health’s Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities Guideline Benalla Health is accredited by an independent Accreditation Agency. All staff are required to actively participate in quality improvement activities. It is every employee’s responsibility to access and have knowledge of relevant policies and procedures that relate to their employment. All organisational-wide policies and procedures can be accessed on the BH Intranet site. Any information obtained in the course of employment is confidential and should not be used for any purpose other than in the performance of duties for which the person is employed. The employee is bound by the Information Privacy Act 2000, Aged Care Act 1997 and the Health Records Act 2001. In accordance with current legislative requirements, all employees have a responsibility to ensure they successfully complete the following competencies as requiredprescribed (on commencement, annually, every two years or as otherwise stated): • Attend orientation on commencement • Emergency Response and Fire Extinguisher Training (both theory and practical sessions) • Manual Handling • Human Rights, Equal Opportunity Prevention of Workplace Bullying and Managing Diversity in-service. • Hand Hygiene Training. • Reporting Elder Abuse. • Person & Family Centred Care Refer to the organisations mandatory training policy for full details. Benalla Health employees are responsible for meaningful consumer participation so that consumers, carers and community members are active participants in the planning, improvement and evaluation of health services. This will be demonstrated by: • New staff attending staff induction forum where the value of partnering with consumers/carers and community members is discussed. • Evidence that consumers and their significant others are involved in the development of their own care plans and • Completion of annual competencies that includes the importance of partnering with consumers/carers and community members.

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Sources: Manager Healthy Lifestyles Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide The Day Surgery nurse is a personpart of the Interventional Suite team that provides pre and postoperative care for patients and uses clinical knowledge and evidence-centred based nursing to care to residents in aged care facilities so they receive the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shirefor people of all ages and cultural groups both individual and families. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: A Registered Nurse Division 1 is required for these positions; including advanced patient assessment skills and demonstrated medication administration competency. • This selected staff member must be flexible and adaptable, with a requirement to train in all areas of Day Surgery including but not limited to; medical infusions administration, recovery room nursing pre & post-graduate qualifications operative care areas & admissions • This position requires a commitment to ongoing professional development including the knowledge of current issues and experience in Emergency trends Post-graduate qualifications or experience This position requires good organisational skills and an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomouslywell under pressure • Contribution to quality projects and hospital accreditation is required • Providing effective and timely direction and supervision to ensure that delegated care is provided safely and accurately • Assessing, implementing and as part of evaluating nursing care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team • Demonstrated ability Responding effectively to liaise unexpected or rapidly changing situations and escalates issues if required • Ensuring discharge planning is initiated on patient admission to ensure patents and families are well prepared for discharge. • Follow the Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN) Standards for Perioperative Nursing in Australia. Employees are required to comply with a range the Victorian Government’s Code of service providers • Strong interpersonalConduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, analytical procedures and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to take reasonable care of their own health and Assessment • Experience safety and the safety of others, to cooperate with clinical the group’s OH&S policies and to participate in appropriate safety education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and evaluation activities. All staff are expected to participate in reporting any health, safety and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation any of servicesthe above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. • Actively involve patientsCurrent registration with ▇▇▇▇▇ as a Registered Nurse Division 1 • Previous experience in Day Surgery, consumers and/or carers Recovery, Anaesthetics & Admissions is desirable but not essential • A willingness to obtain a post graduate qualification in their care a Perioperative Nursing field is desirable • Advanced patient assessment skills and medication administration demonstrated competency • Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills • Knowledge and understanding of National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards • Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain the knowledge of infection prevention current issues and control commensurate with the requirements trends of your position endoscopy and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredrecovery

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Sources: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide The position is part of a personmulti-centred care to residents disciplinary team and works in aged care facilities so they receive the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration accordance with the Australian objectives of the Benalla Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) Operational Plan. This role will support the operational performance of the Healthy Communities Department by providing a single point of intake, monitoring clients, reduce waiting times, and improve client outcomes through early intervention and referral. The position is required to hold a caseload of brief intervention clients until service specific care is facilitated, including liaison with family members or other professionals to help inform recommendations and referrals for optimal service. In addition, the Intake Clinician will provide support to the Operational Director Healthy Communities in performance data collection, analysis and reporting. Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of Provide inclusive person centred care approach that is holistic, goal centred and outcome focussed • Undertake and or coordinate all intake processes for Healthy Communities services including liaison with point of referral, receipt of referrals, confirmation of program eligibility, triage and initial needs assessment, and determining priority of access • Liaison with other health professionals and where appropriate facilitate further referrals • Timely communication of referral outcomes back to the source • Attendance at relevant discharge planning and scrum meetings. • Regular contact and monitoring of clients waiting for service specific care • Use clinical judgment, priority of access tools and liaison with the relevant clinicians to ensure timely service delivery where client needs have changed Well-developed verbal Accurate recording and written communication reporting of statistics according to department protocols and presentation skills funding agreement accountability guidelines Demonstrated ability Provide regular and timely departmental performance analysis reports pertinent to work effectively autonomously, and as part the operations of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives the department. • Be aware of an organisational resource for clinicians regarding intake processes and adhere procedures, Healthy Communities data, databases and activity reports • Actively contribute to the responsibilities for safety Healthy Communities team and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation the achievement of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. organisational goals • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and participate in quality improvement activities and contribute toward organisation wide accreditation compliance as required • Meet organisational expectations regarding professional accountability, performance and development including; demonstrating commitment to modelling Benalla Health values, understanding their role within clinical governance, Hardwiring Excellence and maintaining professional standards and evidence based practice relevant to the incumbents clinical discipline In accordance with the current Victorian OH&S legislation and infection control standards, each employee has the responsibility to take reasonable care of their own health and safety improvement activities by: Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere Adhering to the organisationBenalla Health’s Infection Prevention and Control OH&S policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives Comply with all legislative, regulatory Reporting hazards and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. injuries • Participate in activities OH&S consultation and OHS training • Cooperate with managers and supervisors to ensure that will improve facilities for care recipients OH&S responsibilities are met by all • Not wilfully interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health and staffsafety or wilfully put anyone at risk. • Ensure work practices enhance worker Each Employee is responsible for ensuring that they are fit to perform their duties without risk to the safety, health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy of themselves and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required others within the RACF workplace. This responsibility includes compliance with reasonable measures put in place by the Employer and any related occupational health and safety requirements. Each employee has the responsibility to minimise exposure to incidents of infection/cross infection of residents, staff, visitors and the general public. Please refer to Benalla Health’s Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities Guideline. Benalla Health is accredited by an independent Accreditation Agency. All staff are required to actively participate in quality improvement activities. It is every employee’s responsibility to access and have knowledge of relevant policies and procedures that relate to their employment. All organisational-wide policies and procedures can be accessed on the BH Intranet site. Any information obtained in the course of employment is confidential and should not be used for any purpose other than in the performance of duties for which the person is employed. The employee is bound by the Information Privacy Act 2000, Aged Care Act 1997 and the Health Records Act 2001. In accordance with current legislative requirements, all employees have a responsibility to ensure they successfully complete the following competencies as prescribed (on commencement, annually, every two years or as otherwise stated): Attendance at meetings internally Attend orientation on commencement • Emergency Response and externally as requiredFire Extinguisher Training (both theory and practical sessions) • Manual Handling • Human Rights, Equal Opportunity Prevention of Workplace Bullying and Managing Diversity in-service. • Hand Hygiene Training. • Reporting Elder Abuse. • Person & Family Centred Care Refer to the organisations mandatory training policy for full details. Benalla Health employees are responsible for meaningful consumer participation so that consumers, carers and community members are active participants in the planning, improvement and evaluation of health services. This will be demonstrated by: • New staff attending staff induction forum where the value of partnering with consumers/carers and community members is discussed. • Evidence that consumers and their significant others are involved in the development of their own care plans and • Completion of annual competencies that includes the importance of partnering with consumers/carers and community members.

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Sources: Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To The Nurse Unit Manager ▇▇▇▇▇▇ House provides direct supervision and co-ordination of the overall clinical and administrative management of the unit to ensure the delivery of safe and competent nursing care and provide for the safety and well-being of Nursing staff, patients / residents and visitors. • Demonstrate a person-centred culture of excellence in care to residents ensuring involvement of consumers and significant others • Demonstrate improvement in aged care facilities so they receive the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. management of key clinical areas e.g. incidence of falls, pressure injuries and medication errors • Achieve or exceed budget targets • Achieve or exceed occupancy/LOS/activity targets Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse (RN) holding registration to practice with post-graduate qualifications NMBA • Demonstrated clinical skills and experience in Emergency • Extensive knowledge and understanding of ACFI • Extensive knowledge and understanding of Aged Care Standards • Demonstrated leadership skills • Strong inter-personal skills • Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills • Post-graduate Graduate qualifications or in clinical speciality and/or management • Previous experience an Aged Care accreditation standards Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated An ability to work effectively autonomously, and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education think strategically Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. Strategic Goal Objectives • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence Follow defined service quality standards, occupational health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces. • Maintain data quality and manage all information in accordance with legislation, standards, policies and procedures. • Implement and monitor the organisation’s quality standards, occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs and provide clinical practicegovernance in the relevant work area. • Integrate the strategic direction and priorities for quality improvement into a clinical service, ensuring that with particular focus on the philosophy adherence to Aged Care Standards. • Conduct and/or facilitate auditing of nursing and practice to optimise standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessmentcare delivery, development of management plans/goals develop action plans to respond to audit outcomes and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach provide feedback to the team on audit results to support our commitment to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capabilityimprovement. • Actively participate Work collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary team to lead and support partnerships with quality improvement, risk management and research initiatives, actively identifying areas for service providers improvement to improve service options promote innovation and accessuse of evidence-based practice to facilitate optimal patient outcomes. • Participate Fosters the reputation of Bass Coast Health; takes ownership and personal accountability; demonstrates a commitment to and pride in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients work; attends and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health is available and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy punctual; applies appropriate priorities; and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within manages time effectively including the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally setting and externally as requiredmeeting of deadlines.

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Sources: Nurse Unit Manager Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred care to residents in aged care facilities so they receive The Senior Medical Officer is responsible for the right care assessment and treatment of patients in the right place at Emergency Department, the right time throughout Bass Coast Shiresupervision of junior Hospital Medical Officers in the emergency department and inpatient units and assisting the Nurse Unit Manager in the Emergency Department with general operations in terms of policy and protocols. The role will require close liaison with the Nurse Unit Managers in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Units. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with MMBS registration in Victoria • Demonstrated clinical background and experience • Demonstrated organisational ability • Superior interpersonal, consultation, negotiation and communication skills • Experience in teaching and post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency education • Post-graduate medical qualifications e.g. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Emergency Medicine, RACGP, ACRRM or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Wellother post-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously, and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education graduate medical qualifications Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence Assist with the development of policies and procedures in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Units including the model for clinical practiceinteraction with Visiting Medical Officers to the Health Service • Promote and participate in quality improvement activities in accordance with accreditation standards for the health service • Promote and participate in quality improvement activities and programs in accordance with accreditation and other relevant standards including the Clinical Indicator Program • Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing regulations, guidelines and standards • Liaise with the Director of practice are reflected Medical Services regarding all Clinical Events, which may expose the hospital to insurance claims Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development Advise the Director of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach Medical Services re patient complaints that come to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised your attention particularly relating to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredEmergency Department

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Sources: Employment Agreement

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Clinical Director of Anaesthetics is a personrole with leadership and governance responsibilities within the Surgical Services Cluster, aligning safe and high-centred care to residents quality clinical service delivery with MBPH strategic direction and values. The Clinical Director of Anaesthetics is an administrative role worked in aged care facilities so they receive conjunction with clinical duties (0.4 FTE non-clinical / 0.6 FTE clinical). Clinical duties are as per the right care MBPH Staff Specialist Anaesthetics/ICU position description. • Coordinate and oversee the MBPH Anaesthetics stream, working in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration association with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Surgical Services Manager, Clinical Director of ICU and other cluster leads • Leadership of MBPH pain service • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members and ▇▇▇▇▇) ▇ a collaborative team working environment Excellent Provide decision-making on service requirements, issues and any other requirements and empower staff to be involved in decision making within the cluster • Ensure practices and policies align with College and other regulatory body requirements for best practice • Represent the discipline at hospital meetings, with external providers and services where appropriate • ▇▇▇▇▇▇ an environment that provides a positive workplace experience and professional growth opportunities for students, junior and senior clinical assessment and support services staff • Provide input into the development of services and lead innovation and change in clinical processes • Chair regular department multidisciplinary meetings, staff specialist team meetings and provide leadership to clinical teams to ensure best patient care planning skills outcomes Understanding Oversee the development, review and implementation of person centred departmental clinical protocols, procedures and guidelines in line with hospital policies and procedures • Review and address identified clinical incidents and complaints and conduct regular clinical reviews and audits in line with MBPH processes • Participate in hospital committees and working groups where appropriate providing reports, feedback and relevant information to peers and executives • Ensure appropriate allocation of resources to achieve efficient functioning of the department. The Clinical Director is responsible for Anaesthetic medical workforce cost centres • In conjunction with the CMO, manage professional and ethical issues relating to medical staff • Undertake performance review and professional development planning for subordinate departmental staff within the designated time frames and ensure up to date records of relevant training and certification requirements are maintained • Lead the recruitment, selection, appointment and retention of anaesthetic staff specialists and registrars as required • Oversee the senior medical staff roster including clinics, on-call and non-clinical allocation, liaising with ICU services to coordinate rostering • In conjunction with the Surgical Services Manager and Medical Workforce Unit, ensure junior medical staff rostering is appropriate across all shifts and meets training requirements • Undertake annual workforce analysis of the department to identify current and future workforce needs relating to skill mix, qualifications and skill set • Oversee a program of teaching in anaesthesia for junior medical staff, nursing, allied health and undergraduate medical students as required and support research and training activities within the organisation • Align educational and professional development activities with the strategic direction of the cluster and the organisation • Participate in the orientation and induction of incoming staff at the commencement of rotation/employment • In conjunction with the Director of Training, ensure opportunities for funding and accreditation of JMO training positions are identified and maintained Employees are required to comply with the Victorian Government’s Code of Conduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, procedures and standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to take reasonable care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal of their own health and written communication safety and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability the safety of others, to work effectively autonomouslycooperate with the group’s OH&S policies and to participate in appropriate safety education and evaluation activities. All staff are expected to participate in reporting any health, safety and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation any of servicesthe above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. • Actively involve patientsCurrent registration with the Medical Board of Australia, consumers and/or carers or ability to gain registration, as a Specialist Anaesthetist • Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA), or ability to gain Fellowship • Demonstrated clinical ability commensurate with that expected of a Senior Specialist Anaesthetist in their care (including decision making regarding a Victorian public hospital • High level communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated capacity to function within a multidisciplinary team and to communicate with peers, hospital management and staff to achieve organisational goals and treatment including ACP) a demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate workload and departmental workforce • Evidence of ongoing professional development and participation in quality and safety improvement assurance activities • Maintain knowledge A sound understanding of infection prevention professional and control commensurate with the legislative requirements of your position and adhere in a health care setting • Demonstrated experience in an equivalent clinical leadership or research governance role • Post-graduate qualifications suitable to the organisation’s Infection Prevention position of Clinical Director • Clinical supervision or teaching experience A current and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence satisfactory National Police Record Check must be presented to the principles Division of general People and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere Culture by all new staff prior to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance commencement at meetings internally and externally as requiredMildura Base Public Hospital.

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Sources: Clinical Director of Anaesthetics Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide support the theatre personnel to prepare the theatre environment for the appropriate procedure, including the positioning of the patient, whilst respecting and ensuring their safety and dignity is maintained at all times, in line with site policies and procedures. • Ability to prioritise work load so that tasks are completed effectively, to a person-centred care to residents high standard, safely and in aged care facilities so they receive a timely manner • Preparation of the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: operating room and equipment for each surgical procedure Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration Assist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency safe transfer of patients on and off the operating table • Assists nursing and medical staff with the positioning of patients on the operating table and during anaesthetic and operative procedures • Connects surgical equipment to patients under direction of medical / nursing staff • Ensure all cleaning in designated areas is carried out in accordance with documented procedures and schedule. i.e., spot cleans and termi cleans • Undertake designated cleaning tasks ensuring high standards of cleanliness (▇▇▇▇▇including personal) are maintained utilising standards and additional precautions for operating room Excellent clinical assessment Restocking of items as requested by staff • Maintenance of stock rotation and restocking as needed, i.e. fluids/ blankets • Removal of rubbish, dirty linen and sharps containers as required throughout the shift • Assists with transportation / escort patients from wards / DPU/ Main Theatre to the operating theatre for the procedure, return to wards / DPU post procedure as directed by the department manager Employees are required to comply with the Victorian Government’s Code of Conduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, procedures and standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to take reasonable care planning skills • Understanding of their own health and implementation safety and the safety of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal others, to cooperate with the group’s OH&S policies and written communication to participate in appropriate safety education and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability evaluation activities. All staff are expected to work effectively autonomouslyparticipate in reporting any health, safety and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation any of servicesthe above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers Effective communication and interpersonal skills • Proven ability to work effectively in their care (including decision making regarding goals a team environment and treatment including ACP) independently when required • Well-developed written and in quality and safety improvement activities oral communication skills Maintain knowledge Excellent time management skills • Basic understanding of infection prevention control principles • ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ Education Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support (HLT475515) desirable A current and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere satisfactory National Police Record Check must be presented to the organisation’s Infection Prevention Division of People and Control policies and procedures Culture by all new staff prior to commencement at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredMildura Base Public Hospital.

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Sources: Theatre Technician Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred care Reporting to residents in aged care the Regional Supervisor of Health Information Management, the Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) is responsible for the overall management of health records within facilities so they receive throughout the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast ShireNorthern Health Region. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability Contributes to work effectively autonomouslyclient care, outcomes, and safety through the provision of accurate, complete, timely and accessible health records. Supports the client by advocating for and monitoring the privacy, security and confidentiality of personal health information. As an essential member of the health care team, upholds the Canadian Institute of Health Information (CIHI) and the Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living (MHSAL) standards, ensuring the integrity and timely submission of coded/abstracted data. Functions as part the facility expert for data integrity, client registration, patient privacy and health records best practices. The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonalthe Criminal Records/Vulnerable Person, analytical Child Abuse Registry check and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Northern Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s Region policies and procedures. • Grade 12 education or equivalent • Graduate of an accredited Health Information Management Program • Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) with ongoing completion of CPE credits, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practicecompliance with CHIMA certification, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing to maintain skill level and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff continuing education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery Completion of an accredited coding specialist course an asset Ensure consumer input into service Experience in Crystal Report writing an asset • Excellent knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and goal-directed care planning Internet Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected Minimum one (1) year experience in a timely manner Health Information Management department, including coding and abstracting Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements Experience working in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)/Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware Knowledge of the BCH Clinical Services Plan Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and implement relevant strategies other healthcare related legislation • Accurate word processing at 55 words per minute (typing test will be required) • Satisfactory employment record required • Successful candidate subject to increase service capabilityprovide security checks in accordance with Security Checks for Employment Policy (HR-02-80. Waived for internal candidates with current checks on file. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers Internal Candidates: Refer to improve service options and access. the Job Description which is posted on the Intranet under Department/Human Resources/Job Description, then select the applicable department; or, Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide External Candidates: Contact Human Resources to request a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredcopy

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Sources: Health Information Management Professional Position

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred The Pharmacy Department’s core activities are central to medication supply, medication information and medication safety at Mildura Base Public Hospital. The Pharmacy service supports the safe and quality use of medicines in all settings within the hospital and the boarder community. The Pharmacist works to ensure: • the safe, accurate and timely provision of medications and medicines information to the hospital and patients • quality use of medicines within the health care system • Ensure appropriate and safe systems are in place to residents in aged care facilities so manage oncology and infusion medicines • Providing patient medication education and counselling to patients while they receive are inpatients, at discharge and for outpatients • Assist the right care delivery of the Medication Management requirements of Oncology (e.g. input of chemotherapy protocols and their subsequent testing) • Assist in the right place at the right management and coordination of Medication Management project activities, stakeholder meetings and other appointments and report against progress • Identify and escalate potential project risks and provide recommendations for effective control strategies to minimise risk • Monitor risks over time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: and ensure mitigation strategies are implemented effectively to ensure quality use of medicines Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications To dispense prescriptions to inpatients, and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (supply medications as required to wards and authorised departments, by a Pharmacist controlled ▇▇▇▇ imprest system, or by requisition. • When requested, or routinely, to review original medication orders for each patient, checking and clarifying orders, where necessary, with regard to doses, indications, adverse reactions, interactions, legality and cost. • To participate in the ▇▇▇▇ pharmacy services as designated and perform such duties in accordance with recognised professional standards; undertaking medication reconciliation, preparation of pharmaceutical care plans and other clinical duties as appropriate for optimal patient care. • To dispense prescriptions on discharge and when appropriate, or routinely, to counsel patients who are being discharged, and/or their relatives or carers, on the use of their medications. • To undertake the manufacture of aseptic (including cytotoxics) and non-aseptic pharmaceuticals as required. Excellent clinical assessment To ensure the aseptic manufacturing facilities meet required standards and care planning skills ensure cGMP is followed Understanding To assist the Director of Pharmacy in the development of policies and implementation procedures for the Pharmacy Department. • To assist the Director of person centred care approach for service delivery Pharmacy in the co-ordination of specialised services Well-developed verbal Ability to act as a point of reference within area of specialisation • To perform clerical and written communication administrative duties associated with the issue of various categories of pharmaceuticals. • To assist the Director of Pharmacy in the purchase, preparation, storage and presentation skills maintenance of pharmacy stocks Demonstrated ability To assist the Director of Pharmacy in the documentation of drug use and the preparation of orders. • To maintain, under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy, all necessary records of drugs held and dispensed, observing all statutory laws and regulations relating to work effectively autonomouslysuch drugs. • To assist the Director of Pharmacy in the preparation of statistics on drug usage and costs. • To be actively involved in the Pharmacy Department’s Quality Improvement program • To actively participate in staff meetings, providing information and initiatives, and assisting in their implementation. • To maintain a co-operative and close professional working relationship with other staff in the Pharmacy Department and with wards and other departments. • To supervise the activities of the unqualified pharmacy staff as part required Employees are required to comply with the Victorian Government’s Code of a team • Demonstrated ability Conduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, procedures and standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to liaise take reasonable care of their own health and safety and the safety of others, to cooperate with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonalthe group’s OH&S policies and to participate in appropriate safety education and evaluation activities. All staff are expected to participate in reporting any health, analytical safety and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation any of servicesthe above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. • Actively involve patientsB.Pharm or M.Pharm • A sound knowledge of pharmacotherapeutics and hospital pharmacy practice • Experience with Oncology hospital Pharmacy practice • Compliance with pharmacy and hospital procedures relating to their responsibilities • Demonstrated high level computer skills, consumers and/or carers in including use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to learn new applications. • Systems thinking - ability to identify and seek information and resources required for others to work effectively, makes sure their care (including practical needs are met and to help solve problems work process problems • Ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently • Capacity to assign priority to responsibilities and to meet time constraints • Ability to give excellent customer service to both internal and external customers • Demonstrated ability to coach and support others • Ability to demonstrate decision making regarding goals skills • Ability to maintain accuracy while providing a timely and treatment including ACP) efficient service • Ability to interact and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge communicate with a diverse range of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures people at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives levels Comply Experience with all legislativeMerlin and CHARM programs • A willingness and ability to learn • Flexibility to operate in an environment of change and continuous improvement • A personal approach which is positive, regulatory enthusiastic, friendly and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredhelpful

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Sources: Senior Oncology Pharmacist Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred care an effective nutrition and dietetic service to residents in aged care facilities so they receive patients of the right care in Hospital. Ensure that these accurately reflect and explain what the right place at key responsibilities and tasks are. Refer to and review the right time throughout Bass Coast Shirecurrent position description if applicable for these and add any further key responsibilities that are now part of the job. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration Employees are required to comply with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment Victorian Government’s Code of Conduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, procedures and standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to take reasonable care planning skills • Understanding of their own health and implementation safety and the safety of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal others, to cooperate with the group’s OH&S policies and written communication to participate in appropriate safety education and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability evaluation activities. All staff are expected to work effectively autonomouslyparticipate in reporting any health, safety and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities any of the above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. Essential • Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics or a Bachelor of Science and post-graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics, or equivalent • Eligibility for quality improvementmember of the Dietitian's Association of Australia, and actively contribute for Accredited Practicing Dietitian status • Demonstrated ability to plan and organise an effective Dietetics service • Flexibility and adaptability within the work environment to allow strong performance both autonomously and within a multi-disciplinary team • Demonstrated high levels of interpersonal and communication skills • Demonstrated initiative and creative thinking • Demonstrated high level of knowledge and skill in the relevant clinical area • Demonstrated understanding of the relevant accreditation framework and a commitment to quality improvement • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and set effective measurable objectives for the Department Desirable • Minimum 2 years post-graduate experience or relevant experience in a senior clinician role • Possession of services. a current drivers' licence (for roles that involve community service provision) Key Performance Criteria Element Criteria Technical Skills & Application Actively involve Provide an effective nutrition and dietetic service to patients of the Hospital within the boundaries of legislation affecting dietetic practice, education, experience and clinical competence • Provide dietetic services within all ▇▇▇▇ areas of the Hospital, including all inpatient and day services with close liaison with the Food Services / Catering Department • Provide dietetic services to outpatient services and group education programs as required • Effectively provide assistance and support to the relevant Manager/s in the effective delivery of dietetic services within the Hospital • Demonstrate ability to operate effectively whilst ensuring that individual, team and department goals, vision, mission and objectives for service delivery are met in line with the Ramsay Way principles • Provide education and training to undergraduate students, junior dietetic staff and staff from other disciplines as required Customer Service / Customer Relations • Recognise and tolerate individual differences in others including gender, sexual preferences, age, disability and culture in line with Ramsay Health Care Workplace • Diversity Guidelines • Answer telephones promptly and courteously • Provide timely and accurate information in response to queries by patients, consumers and/or carers visitors and other customers • Maintain positive relationships and strong communication networks with all stakeholders and other departments so that quality outcomes are achieved • Provide excellent customer service at all times in line with facility service standards / customer service principles Teamwork & Communication • Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within a team structure • Behave in a friendly and supportive manner to other employees • Work collaboratively and cooperatively with all members of the team • Attend work as rostered and on time, and if unable to attend, provide sufficient notice so that appropriate action can be taken • Resolve any workplace conflict in a professional manner through the correct organisational processes • Assist new members of staff to effectively perform their role including orienting and helping them to support skill and knowledge acquisition • Demonstrate sound communication skills, both written and verbal • Attend departmental meetings and read relevant communications while contributing to improving standards of service in line with the needs of the Hospital and its customers • Support and assist ▇▇▇▇▇▇ Managers in their care (including decision making regarding goals objective to make ▇▇▇▇▇▇ a leader in corporate responsibility by reducing its impact on society and treatment including ACP) the environment and in quality and safety improvement activities fostering an understanding of the principles of corporate responsibility • Maintain active communication between patients, families, staff, doctors and other health care professionals as required (ie. Allied Health staff) Personal & Professional Development • Act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with internal and external customers • Continually update knowledge in regards to professional occupation/work area and evaluate own performance to identify strengths and areas where professional growth can occur • Positively promote the company in a positive manner both internally and externally • Demonstrate a good work ethic that includes punctuality, integrity, respect for others and a commitment to professional practice • Maintain confidentiality on all issues relating to the Hospital, customers and colleagues • Understand and adhere to all Ramsay policies including the Ramsay Code of infection prevention • Conduct, Confidentiality Privacy & Intellectual Property Policy, Safety Community & Environment Policy, Discrimination, Bullying & Harassment Policy and control commensurate the Infection • Control Policy • Dress and personal presentation reflect the requirements of the Ramsay Health Care • Policy dealing with Dress Code and Appearance Standards • Participate in the annual/biennial Performance Development and Review process • Comply with the requirements of your position the Ramsay Orientation & Mandatory Training • Framework by personally completing relevant online training modules, attending all mandatory training sessions provided by the organisation and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention being actively involved in other training and Control development as required Quality / Continuous Improvement • Promote best practice in line with organisational policies and procedures • Support and participate in improvement programs as highlighted in staff or patient satisfaction surveys, including addressing any individual needs highlighted or assisting to implement improvement action plans (eg. Press ▇▇▇▇▇ surveys) • Be involved and support continuous improvement projects and audits being undertaken in the department and the organisation • Actively support continuous improvement programs involving state health services, accreditation and other regulatory bodies Risk Management / Workplace Safety • Ensure safety of self and others in the workplace adhering to instructions given to Workplace Health and Safety (eg SOPs/ MSDS) at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives your facility and Ramsay Health Care Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and Use personal protective equipment where it is provided by the employer and adherence to the principles of general undertake required training in its use • Attend face-to-face facility workplace health and patient manual handling. • Be aware safety training including orientation and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. annual mandatory training sessions • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker contribute to health and well-being Local Objectives safety to ensure a safe work environment for clients, community, staff and visitors To provide a consultancy Report all incidents and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within hazards utilising the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally facility’s reporting procedures and externally as requiredMechanisms (ie. 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POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a personThe Hospital Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of the Pharmacist/Chief Pharmacist to assist with the preparation, dispensing and supply of medicines. This involves the following key tasks: • Maintaining pharmaceutical imprest stock in designated clinical areas • Pre-centred care packing designated pharmaceutical products • Assisting with dispensing of prescriptions and medication orders • Order, maintain (expiry date checking & stock rotation) and distribute pharmaceutical stock to residents designated areas • Provide support to the pharmacists in aged care facilities so they receive the right care collection and reporting/presentation of workplace data • Provide assistance in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. dispensary administration such as preparation of PBS claims Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse Certificate III in hospital-Health Services Pharmacy Support (from HLT07 Health Training Package) * o Maintain pharmaceutical imprest stock (HLTPHA001) o Pack pharmaceutical products (HLTPHA002) o Assist with post-graduate qualifications dispensing of prescriptions and experience in Emergency medication orders (HLTPHA003) o Order, maintain and distribute pharmaceutical stock (HLTPHA004) Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care Sufficient computer skills to enable use of Ipharmacy dispensing software, use of electronic PDA device, use of online ordering portals and systems. Current registration Physical capacity to undertake manual handling tasks associated with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment distribution of pharmaceutical stock i.e. unpacking and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation storage of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomouslypharmaceutical orders, and as part transportation of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy pharmaceutical imprest supplies • A valid Police Check • A current working with Children’s Check • Well-developed interpersonal skills • Good written and oral communication skills • Ability to prioritise and complete tasks in a timely manner • Ability to function as a team member • Willingness to engage in professional development • Certificate IV in Hospital-Health Services Pharmacy Support (from HLTO7 Health Training Package) – or willingness to work towards same • Ability to prepare electronic claims including Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Section 100 claims Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence To respect the dignity, cultural values and beliefs of patients/residents, carers and significant others in the provision of pharmacy department services. • Engage in an ethical and professional manner with patients/carers and staff members at all times • Assist with the preparation, dispensing and supply of medicines under the supervision of a pharmacist, as outlined by the pharmacy board guidelines, specific duties include: o Preparation, distribution/delivery of pharmacy stock to clinical areas/external customers by requisition/imprest o Processing all transactions in Ipharmacy o Processing of medication returns in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy areas o Expiry date checks and stock rotation o Pre-packing designated medications o Dispensing medicines (under supervision of nursing and standards pharmacist) o Monitoring of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide temperature sensitive medication storage Strategic Goal Objectives • Assist in dispensary administration processes including: o Preparation of Pharmaceutical Benefits and Section 100 claims o Preparation of end of month accounts o Be aware involved with maintaining and generating appropriate stock use reports, as determined by Chief Pharmacist • Assist Clinical Pharmacist, specific duties subject to appropriate training/competency and may involve (under supervision) preparation of medication discharge summaries, collection of patient information for clinical pharmacist. • Active involvement with the pharmacy department quality activities/Operational Quality and Risk Plan (OQR) and accreditation activities. • Active involvement with developing/reviewing/updating pharmacy department procedures relevant to pharmacy technician role • Maintain a safe work environment, report risks promptly to Chief Pharmacist • Demonstrate an understanding of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. organisation’s emergency procedures/manual Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within Demonstrate an understanding of the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredmanual handling requirements of the position.

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POSITION SUMMARY. To provide The Graduate Enrolled Nurse participates in a person-centred care structured and supported program to residents assist the new nurse in aged care facilities so they receive the right care consolidating skills and increase confidence in the right place at professional role of Enrolled Nurse. The position includes exposure to Acute and Aged Care. The Graduate Enrolled Nurse is to utilise the right time throughout Bass Coast Shireprogram as an opportunity to consolidate and apply learning and professional development to make the transition from student to a skilled practitioner. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: The Graduate Enrolled Nurse will receive support from the Clinical Nurse Education Team, the NUM and ANUM’s within Acute and our Aged Care facility. Support will include orientation, the establishment of individualised Learning Development Plans and ongoing performance review, feedback and debriefing. The Graduate enrolled Nurse contributes to the clinical management of patients/clients/residents within the Acute and Aged Care facility under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Graduate Enrolled Nurse will actively participate in the development of individualised learning objectives and seek clinical opportunities to fulfil them. The Graduate Enrolled Nurse is expected to utilise reflective practice as an integral part of clinical practice. The appointee will contribute to the overall performance of the team consistent with Cohuna District Hospital mission and values. Registered Successful completion of a recent Diploma of Nursing program and not practiced as an Enrolled Nurse with post-graduate qualifications • Commitment to working to our values and contributing to a positive team environment • Demonstrated experience in Emergency providing care delivery, with a focus on resident choice Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇) • Excellent clinical assessment Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills learning • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomouslycommunicate in written, electronic and verbal form • Knowledge of Medication Administration • Ability to understand how the standards and guidelines for nursing practice, translate to resident/consumer care • Ability to priorities workloads, and as part of a team manage time effectively Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonalUsing evidence-based practice, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training and Assessment • Experience with clinical education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to participate in the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your servicethe progress of individuals and groups towards expected outcomes and reformulation of care plans. Implement planned nursing care to achieve identified outcomes. • Ensure all risks are identified Assess the clinical, non-clinical and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure social needs, including the safety identification of all patients, staff and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve ‘at risk’ patients, consumers and/or carers and clients, and record with appropriate and accurate documentation in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staffpatients’, consumers and volunteers whilst at workclients’ history and care plan and implement patient specific risk minimisation strategies. This includes the appropriate • Recognise changes in patients’, consumers and safe use of machinery, devices clients’ condition and personal protective equipment and adherence report to the principles of general registered nurse and patient manual handlingdocument the variation in the patients’ history and care plan such as escalation to urgent medical review, with guidance. Report abnormalities to appropriate staff. • Be aware Accurately reflect the patients, consumers and adhere clients’ requirements, outcomes or events within prescribed Cohuna District Hospital documentation, ensuring all legal requirements are met in regards to Bass Coast Health’s the legibility of content and identity of the reporter in accordance with policies and procedures. • Effectively develop discharge plans that reflect the needs of patients, accessible via consumers and clients, and their significant others and demonstrates an understanding of the PROMPT document management systemrole of community providers with assistance. Local Objectives Supports excellence Effectively handover patient, consumer and client status, progress and requirements to colleagues and other Health Professionals as required. • Advocate for patients, consumers, clients and families with assistance. • Provide safe, high quality, evidence-based care when attending to the patient, consumer or client • Perform other duties as required. • Key Performance Indicators • Demonstrating organisational philosophy in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality all activities • Monthly data audits performed Compliance with organisational policy, procedure and errors corrected in practices • Compliance with goals induction setting within the first six months or employment • Compliance with position description and goals set at annual performance appraisal • Contribution to the team and organisation • Management, peer, client and community feedback • COVID-19 vaccination, evidence of a timely manner • Completion/recording full primary course (2 doses) and any booster doses is a requirement of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capabilityemployment at Cohuna District Hospital. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. Influenza vaccination compliance is a requirement for employment at Cohuna District Hospital Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally Annual training as requiredper CDH Mandatory training policy

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POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a The Registered Nurse Grade 5 demonstrates competence in the provision of person-centred care as specified by the registering authority’s licence to residents practise, education preparation and context of care. A Registered Nurse Grade 5 is required to work as a productive member of a nursing team under the direction of the Nurse Unit Manager, is expected to work within their scope of practice and demonstrate a sound level of skills in aged assessment, care facilities so they receive the right care planning, practice and evaluation in the right place provision of care to clients and their significant others. The Minor Injury & Illness Clinic, soon to become an Urgent Care Centre, is located at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ Island Health Hub. The Urgent Care Centre will require a greater level of nursing skill and autonomy. Relevant Post-graduate qualifications in Emergency, Urgent Care, or Critical Care (or working towards same) is desirable for the Urgent care Centre. Registered Nurses wanting permanent work at the MIIC (and eventually the Urgent Care Centre) will be required to rotate to other sites and services, including Wonthaggi Emergency Department to optimise their skill and experience. The Registered Nurse will be supported and encouraged to undertake further education to progress to be an independent Nurse Practitioner Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse (RN) holding current Registration with ▇▇▇▇▇ • Experience in Emergency, Urgent Care or Critical Care with relevant post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications (or experience an Aged Care working towards) • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (▇▇▇▇▇ALS ( or working towards ) • Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills • Understanding and implementation of person centred care approach for service delivery • Well-developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously, and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of service providers • Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy skills • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training A current Working with Children Check • Well-developed interpersonal Skills • Excellent written and Assessment oral communication skills Experience with clinical education Ability to function as a team member • Willingness to develop both professionally and personally in working towards Advanced Practice/Nurse Practitioner (desirable) Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and adhere to the responsibilities for safety and quality, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and consumers Strategic Goal Objectives • Maintain a good working knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative to pursue opportunities for quality improvement, and actively contribute to accreditation of services. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain knowledge of infection prevention and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practiceMaintain a high standard of documentation • Manage competent medication administration, ensuring that compliance with the philosophy medication policy and local security arrangements. • Work under the direction of the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to provide safe and competent nursing and care • Uphold the agreed standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plansthe profession and demonstrate accountability in his/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected in a timely manner • Completion/recording of required data for BCH and Department of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capabilityher professional role. • Actively participate in the Unit's quality development activities to promote Best Practice and Customer Service in all aspects of service provision. • To practice within your scope of clinical practice. • To respect the dignity, cultural values and beliefs of patients/residents and significant others in the provision of nursing care. • To promote and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options the health, wellbeing and access. • Participate informed decision making of the patient/ residents in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staffthe provision of care. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health consumers are partners in their treatment, well informed and well-being Local active in all decision making. • Promote and support the trust that is inherent in the privileged relationship between nurses and their patients/residents with respect to both their person and their property. • Treat as confidential personal information obtained in a professional capacity. Strategic Goal Objectives • To provide Refrain from engaging in exploitation, misinformation and misrepresentation in regard to health care products and nursing services. • Promotes a consultancy positive image of the organisation when interacting with patients/residents, their families, friends and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredvisitors.

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POSITION SUMMARY. To provide a person-centred care to residents in aged care facilities so they receive the right care in the right place at the right time throughout Bass Coast Shire. Key Selection Criteria MANDATORY: • Registered Nurse with post-graduate qualifications and experience in Emergency • Post-graduate qualifications or experience an Aged Care • Current registration The Aboriginal Community Engagement Officer will work collaboratively with the Australian MBPH Aboriginal Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Unit (AHU), Aboriginal Liaison Officers (ALOs), the Aboriginal Health Branch (Department of Health), MBPH Transition Care Program (TCP), MBPH@Home, Victorian TCP service providers and local community based services. The role aims to achieve excellence in care delivery and culturally safe practice in line with best-practice standards. This includes developing culturally appropriate resources and pathways to improve access to TCP for Aboriginal Elders locally and across Victoria from an acute admission, through referral to community programs, screening and admission to culturally appropriate TCP • Work collaboratively and harness the expertise of multiple stakeholders to deliver the project aims efficiently and effectively. • Be directly involved in planning, implementing and evaluating practices, processes and services relevant to the increased TCP engagement within the Aboriginal and ▇▇▇▇▇) ▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇ Community. Excellent clinical assessment Collaboratively design scalable, culturally appropriate TCP resources and care planning skills model plan for MBPH that can be adapted across multiple sites Understanding Consult and implementation liaise with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders to coordinate and implement stakeholder meetings and present project updates, findings and resources at monthly Department of person centred Health meetings. • Complete a gap analysis of care approach and map the patient journey for service delivery Aboriginal Elders post hospital discharge to identify barriers and opportunities for improving TCP access. Well-developed verbal Consult and written communication and presentation skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomouslyengage with Aboriginal Elders/Consumers, and as part Aboriginal service providers whose consumers access MBPH for health care, ensuring their involvement in co-design processes to ensure cultural relevance and program acceptability. • Coordinate the development of a team culturally appropriate outpatient/community model of care and localised culturally appropriate TCP resource for patients and their families. Demonstrated ability Arrange and coordinate education For MBPH staff on the model of care, culturally safe practices and effective resource utilisation • Develop measurable project outcomes, such as increased TCP referrals and improved patient Satisfaction and establish reporting mechanisms to liaise track progress and success of initiatives. Employees are required to comply with a range the Victorian Government’s Code of service providers • Strong interpersonalConduct. All staff must ensure they comply with policies, analytical procedures and problem solving skills • Demonstrated leadership qualities • Computer literacy • A valid Police Check • Certificate IV Training standard ways of work practices when carrying out their work. Employees are responsible to take reasonable care of their own health and Assessment • Experience safety and the safety of others, to cooperate with clinical the group’s OH&S policies and to participate in appropriate safety education Quality & Safety Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of and evaluation activities. All staff are expected to participate in reporting any health, safety and wellbeing issues. All staff must adhere to the responsibilities for safety policies and qualityprocedures as set out in the hospital’s infection control manuals. All information concerning Mildura Base Public Hospital, continuous improvement and evaluation of your service. • Ensure all risks are identified and reported promptly and that prevention strategies are implemented to ensure the safety of all its patients, clients, residents and staff should remain strictly confidential. Any unauthorised disclosure of such information may result in disciplinary action. As a Mildura Base Public Hospital employee you have a responsibility to participate in and consumers • Maintain a good working knowledge commit to ongoing quality improvement activities using the framework of the NSQHSS (National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; take initiative ). Any breach in compliance to pursue opportunities for quality improvementany of the above general responsibilities may result in disciplinary action. • Previous health, project management or other relevant qualification and experience to undertake the role • Demonstrated ability in managing a project to a successful conclusion within the time frames and budget constraints • A sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, society and kinship networks, as well as, the ability to communicate with, and actively contribute to accreditation of servicesbe accepted by the local Aboriginal community. • Actively involve patients, consumers and/or carers in their care (including decision making regarding goals and treatment including ACP) and in quality and safety improvement activities • Maintain Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention Aboriginal and control commensurate with the requirements of your position and adhere to the organisation’s Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures at all times. Strategic Goal Objectives • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy and procedural requirements to protect and enhance the ▇▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇ Islander health, safety wellbeing, cultural and wellbeing social determinates of staff, consumers and volunteers whilst at work. This includes the appropriate and safe use of machinery, devices and personal protective equipment and adherence health • Proven ability to the principles of general and patient manual handling. • Be aware and adhere to Bass Coast Health’s policies and procedures, accessible via the PROMPT document management system. Local Objectives • Supports excellence in clinical practice, ensuring that the philosophy of nursing and standards of practice are reflected • Applies evidence based best practice principles while attending clinical assessment, development of management plans/goals and client/staff education • Maintains a person centred care approach to service delivery • Ensure consumer input into service and goal-directed care planning • Maintains appropriate documentation, meeting legislative requirements • Participation in quality activities • Monthly data audits performed and errors corrected work effectively in a timely manner team environment and independently as required Completion/recording Sound computer skills in MS Office suite including Excel • Experience in using a variety of required data tools and programs to achieve the project requirements for BCH reporting and Department presenting project achievements • Demonstrated experience in delivering education sessions for health professionals • Able to design and develop culturally appropriate resources for the patients and their families to engage in the TCP • Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to deal with diverse range of Health reporting requirements • Monitor and maintain safety and function of all departmental equipment • Consumer surveys undertaken and feedback utilised to improve service provision Service Capability Health Service Wide Objectives • Be aware of the BCH Clinical Services Plan and implement relevant strategies to increase service capability. • Actively participate and support partnerships with service providers to improve service options and access. • Participate in activities that will improve facilities for care recipients and staff. • Ensure work practices enhance worker health and well-being Local Objectives • To provide a consultancy and support role to other staff/healthcare providers regarding client management in RACFs • To liaise with Education Co-ordinator regarding education required within the RACF • Attendance at meetings internally and externally as requiredstakeholders

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