Key Responsibilities
• Do a thorough count/check of all related drugs/equipment upon arrival and before leaving workplace with another staff nurse
• Upon patient’s arrival in the operating theatre, perform pre-operative assessment thoroughly
• Ensure AU consumables and equipment are available prior surgery
• Prepare CD drugs, consumables and equipment according to anaesthetist’s request
• Assist anaesthetist pre, intra and post operatively
• Performs a systematic and continuous assessment of patient’s condition in the immediate post-anaesthesia period
• Ensure patient’s safety including skin condition pre, intra and post operatively
• Keep accurate records for each patient of all communication both and clinical activity relevant to his/her treatment, in line with MOH regulations.
• Help with the production of written information to meet the changing expectation of the needs of the couples/patients.
• Assist with the collation of all data resulting from the procedures and transcribe such information into the patient notes to satisfy MOH regulations.
• In conjunction with senior nursing staff, be responsible for the patient’s treatment and journey at MVFS as well as liaising with the attending clinicians for the care of the patients.
• Explain the individualised treatment including the potential side effects of the drugs given.
• Supervise and assist in the preparation and care of the patient and her partner before, during and after the above procedures.
• Demonstrate initiative and provide support in assisting with procedures.
Key Requirements
• Diploma/Degree in Nursing or relevant discipline.
• Prior experience working in Anaesthetic Unit (AU) a must.
• Prior experience working in IVF clinic, Operating Theatre, Post Operative Care Unit will be an advantage.