Job Descriptions

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Division of Surgery is responsible for delivering
inpatient and outpatients surgical services The Division includes Surgical
Bookings and Pre-Admission Clinic, Anaesthesia, Pain Management Unit, Operating
Theatres, Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit, Day Surgery Unit and Admissions /
Extended Day Surgery Unit, specialist surgical ward areas, medical and nursing
Outpatient services, Shock Trauma Service, Trauma and Orthopaedic Research Unit
and Intensive Care Unit.

The Peri-Operative Unit in Hospitals consists of a
Day of Surgery Admissions (DOSA) Unit, 13 Operating Theatres covering a wide
range of surgical specialities, Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and a 12 bed
Extended Day Surgery Unit (EDSU) together with several out of areas
procedural/invasive specialty areas.

Instrument/Circulating nursing is a diverse and challenging
specialty within the Perioperative Unit. Our Specialties include Orthopaedics,
Orthopaedic Trauma, Multi Trauma, Obstetrics, Gynaecological, ENT, Head and
Neck, Plastics, Vascular, Endovascular, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic, General
Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Ophthalmic and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Hospital Operating Suits services all high level surgical procedures within the
area, including referrals from surrounding regions. Our Instrument/Circulating
Nurses are dynamic skilled professionals who are responsible for the provision
of patient centred evidence-based nursing care for Every Patient. Our nursing
team works within a multidisciplinary healthcare team supported by
Perioperative Education Team, Nurse Unit Managers, and the Clinical Nurse
Consultant.

We are currently undergoing an expansion of our
service provision, which includes the construction of 22 new state of the art
hybrid and digital operating rooms, due for completion in 2024.

For Registered Nurses starting out in the
Instrument/Circulating role, the environment and workflows may represent a very
different way of Nursing. We have foundational education program designed to
provide consistent approach in the support of new Instrument/Circulating nurses
as you develop new knowledge and skills.

DUTIES

The role of the Instrument/Circulating nurse is critical to
positive patient outcomes. We work closely with the surgeons and all members of
the multidisciplinary team. We advocate for the patient to always ensure their
safety and are responsible for the nursing handover to PACU staff.

Under limited direction of the Clinical Nurse Consultant
and Clinical Development Nurses, you will perform the following duties and
responsibilities:

You will:

1. Be responsible for the provision
   of comprehensive, high-quality care to patients utilising the principles
   of fair access and equity, patient participation, health promotion and
   prevention.


2. Demonstrate Competence to perform the role of
   Instrument/Circulating nurse as per ACORN standards and Organisational
   policy and guidelines.


3. Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
   utilising well developed verbal, written and technological skills.


4. Maintain and promote safe clinical practice and adhere
   to Aseptic Technique, Infection Control principles and practices.


5. Collaborate with surgical
   team to ensure that all instruments, accountable items, and other items
   used during surgery/procedures are retrieved, accounted for, and
   appropriately documented.


6. Manage the instruments and
   associated sterile items, accountable items, assist the surgeons with
   access to instruments and supplies required to undertake the surgical
   procedure.


7. Recognise intraoperative
   complications or changes in patient’s condition and responding
   appropriately.


8. Undertake other duties
   appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the
   operation of the organisation.

ABOUT YOU

Rubies is committed to workforce diversity and to creating
an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications
from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,
people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly
encouraged to apply.

Behavioural Capabilities

1. Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive


2. Adaptability and
   flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet
   clients’ needs


3. Strong communication and
   interpersonal skills.

Position Requirements /
Qualifications

Mandatory

• Be registered or be eligible for registration with the
  Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).


• NSW and ACT are leading the drive to digitally transform
  health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a
  territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are
  required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for
  completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the
  Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once
  proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and
  contingencies.

Desirable

• Have an understanding of how the
  National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with
  this role.


• Fulfil the responsibilities of this
  role in alignment to the Rubies Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical
  Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers and all other related
  frameworks.


• Previous clinical scrub/scout experience.


• A proactive and enthusiastic willingness to learn.

Please note prior to
commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.


• Comply with Australia Health Services Occupational
  Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

WHAT YOU REQUIRE

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be
assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.  

1. Demonstrated clinical knowledge and experience in the
   implementation of high-quality clinical care utilising the nursing
   process.


2. Demonstrated ability to
   communicate effectively with patients and colleagues utilising
   well-developed (clear, concise, and accurate) verbal, written and
   interpersonal skills.


3. Demonstrated commitment to
   ongoing professional development through participation in education and
   training activities relevant to the field of clinical practice.


4. Demonstrated
   organisational skills and problem-solving abilities to ensure effective,
   efficient, and appropriate decision making when planning and implementing
   health care.


5. Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to,
   National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, work,
   health, and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience.
   Displays behaviour consistent with Rubies values of reliable, progressive,
   respectful, and kind.

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Strong Communication

Experience

• 1 year