: * Assists doctors during specific procedures performed in the gynecology and obstetrics outpatient department.

• Responsible for assessment and reassessment of patients.

• Performs initial assessment of patients, includes baseline observations and CTG if required.

• Ability to identify and promptly report obstetric emergencies to the doctor.

• Performs nursing procedures with attention to accuracy in patient safety and comfort.

• Ensures strict aseptic techniques are followed while performing various gynecological and obstetrical procedures.

• Responsible for maintaining clean unit as per infection control and waste management policy of the hospital.

• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge in the nursing care of patients undergoing gynecological and obstetrical procedures.

• Provides appropriate health teaching to patient and family about further management and care.

• Prepares, administers and documents medication as per hospital policy, if given to the patient.

• Perform the Appropriateness review of medications before preparing and administering medications as required.

Administrative activities:

• Ensures passport copy, visa copy and marriage certificate of both parents is attached in the patient\'s file where applicable.

• Participates in approved HAAD/JCIA/Organization mother and child programs

• Participates in/initiates quality Improvements within the Department to continuously improve education or services

• Maintains and updates all relevant patient documentations/medical records as per hospital policy and procedures.

• Participates in Quality improvement projects and KPI\'s.

• Maintains confidentiality of patient\'s records.

• Coordinates with the front office executives of the designated area for smooth functioning and optimum patient care.

• Follows reporting mechanisms/chain of command in the Nursing Department, ensuring all patient care issues are accurately reported in a timely manner.

• Takes responsibility for professional clinical practice and is actively involved in updating and continuing education.

• Responsible for checking the crash cart as per Hospital Policy.

• Responsible for appropriate storage and maintenance of medication inventories which includes high alert medications and narcotics as per hospital policy.

• Responsible for appropriate storage and maintenance of Hazmat inventory items through the use of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) as per hospital policy.

• Responsible for collecting and presenting statistics/KPI\'s where required.

• Ensures preventative and ongoing maintenance of equipment are carried out, reporting all failures or deficiencies to the appropriate department head.

• Demonstrates an economical approach to the utilization of equipment and supplies while assisting the Charge Nurse to maintain an appropriate ward stock.

• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and participates in fire safety, patient safety, infection control and the other necessary precautions as per hospital policy.

• Takes responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Charge Nurse as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor.

• Demonstrates strict adherence to all hospital policies and procedures.

• Responsible for stock control of linen in the outpatient department.

• Responsible for replenishing of supplies for the ambulance as per requirement on ambulance checklists, before and after liaising with staff who have transferred patients.

• Provides continuous education of patients, nurses and other service providers working in the outpatient setting.

• Fosters and facilitates peer teaching activities in a clinical setting.

• Demonstrates ability to perform under pressure.

Ensures proper and meticulous documentation/record keeping.

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