Job Description

Physician Extender - East LondonTo provide holistic patient centered nursing care to oncology patients under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse or Doctor in order to build capacity for the oncologist.To assess, develop, implement and evaluate and record patient care under guidance of the registered nurse and doctor.To perform history taking and a physical assessments of oncology patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for the clinical problem the patient presents with.To work with members of inter professional team to ensure quality of care for patients are maintained and that the patientsxe2x80x99 needs are met.To conform to the Health and Safety regulationsTo provide evidence based clinical advice, education and support to patients and relatives in person or telephonically.To comply with relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols and codes of conduct of Cancercare and the bodies that accredit our company and profession.Interpersonal factorAs a professional all services delivered needs to be in line with the Cancercare Values, of CARE. Each task needs to be consistently executed whilst at all times displaying a positive influence on all stakeholders and within the general working environment. It is expected from the employee to deliver all the tasks reflecting a willingness to operate outside the scope of the job description as per operational requirements. The factors below cannot therefore be reviewed and assesed in isolation.To display the company values: C - Compassion, A - Accountability, R - Respect, E - Ethics (CARE) Nursing CareUtilize the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing evaluating and recording the plan of care for oncology patients with acute, chronic and/or potential health problems within the scope of practice of an enrolled nurse.Perform history taking and a physical assessments of oncology patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for the clinical problem the patient presents with using the templates in EMR as guideline.Identify and report abnormal blood results and other investigations to the registered nurse/doctor and inform patient inconsultion with a register nurse or doctorRequest appropriate investigations in consultation with the doctorMonitor, interpret and record patientxe2x80x99s vital data, including height and weight, reporting abnormalities to the registered nurse or doctor.Monitor the side effects of patients receiving treatment for their cancer and report any symptoms presented by patients, including pain to the doctorProvide telephone support for the management of symptoms related to cancer and cancer treatment in consultation with the relevant registered nurse and doctor.Arranges for the patient to be seen by the doctor according to dr`s instructionsCoordinate with dr`s regarding scripts needed to be faxedDemonstrate knowledge and competence in CVAD access and maintenance.Perform nursing procedures as prescribed by the dr, e.g. wound care, administration of injections, including assisting drs with procedures..To assist admin staff in obtaining relevant historical clinical info of new patients from the referring practiceAttend ward rounds (if applicable)Educate patients and families on treatment plans.Record information and activities undertaken with patients and family in an accurate and timely fashion.Co-ordinate follow up of treatment plans by scheduling patients correctly.Following up of patients on completion of treatment.( e.g. Prostate)Co-ordinate new patient bookings as well as follow up of treatment plans by scheduling patients correctly including the correct booking of chemotherapy patients from the recall listProvide applicable discharge instructions and health education to patients and significant others.Collaborate with members of the inter professional team and service providers to ensure optimal patient care.Provide emotional support for patient and family during treatment and refer to Oncology Social Worker as necessary.Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.To ensure scientific nursing practice within the legal framework of nursing.To promptly react and report any abnormal blood resultsTo identify and assess patient's condition.Effective patient manangement.Clinically prepared patient for consultEffective patient management.To ensure patency of the portTo ensure continued care and correct scheduling of all patientsTo ensure updated communication of patientxe2x80x99s information to all healthcare providers involved in the patients careTo ensure that the emotional needs and health education needs of the patient is metEnsure up to date recordsQuality AssuranceActively support and participate in ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement activities.Adhere to patient satisfaction program as per institutional program and protocol.Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Refer patient complaints to the registered nurse/ubm/doctor.Replenish Doctors consultation rooms with the necessary equipment and consumables need.To ensure quality care rendered.Safety Awareness and risk management.Practice the principle of infection prevention and control and adhere to all standard precautions inclusive of PPExe2x80x99s as per institutional policy.Adhere to the Sharps protocol.Maintain a therapeutic , clean and safe working environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.Ensure effective risk prevention and report and act upon potential/actual risk identifiedApply Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation as necessary.Correctly use clean and store equipment as per institutional policy.Report equipment needing repair or replacement to the registered nurse/UBM.Adhere to the Medical Waste management principlesCheck emergency trolley/oxygen cylindersPrevent and educate patients on the risk of falling as applicableTo minimize the risk of infectionsTo prevent sharps injuries.Compliance and adherence to legislation and policiesTo ensure staff and patient safetyEnsure appropriate resources present to avoid treatment delay.To be Prepared for Medical emergencyContinued Professional DevelopmentKeep up to date with Cancer carexe2x80x99s policies and procedures.Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development.Ensure personal competence in BLS.Participate in unit academicsPersonal and Professional developmentTo enhance effectivenessBilling/Stock control.Correct capturing of patient procedures e.g administration of neupogen.Understanding of billing codesOrdering of Consumables as necessaryConfirm correct medical aid authorization of treatment.To ensure correct billing of patients.Fully equipped consulting rooms Required minimum education:Diploma Enrolled NursingRequired minimum experience:Current clinical experience in acute nursing care of at least 2 years

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