Registered Nurse Level 5 Sample Clauses
The 'Registered Nurse Level 5' clause defines the classification, responsibilities, and entitlements of a nurse who has reached Level 5 within a nursing workplace structure. This clause typically outlines the qualifications required, the scope of duties—such as advanced clinical leadership, supervision of other staff, and involvement in policy development—and the corresponding pay scale or benefits. By clearly delineating the expectations and rewards for nurses at this level, the clause ensures transparency in career progression and helps both employers and employees understand the criteria for advancement and associated responsibilities.
Registered Nurse Level 5. An employee appointed to this level shall perform work above and beyond the skills of a Registered Nurse Level 4 and shall have obtained proficiency and qualifications necessary to perform work at this level. The employee at this level shall perform work in accordance with ANCI competencies found at Schedule 5 as well as the following:
Registered Nurse Level 5. 3.5.1 An employee appointed to this level shall perform work above and beyond the skills of a Registered Nurse Level 4 and shall have obtained proficiency and qualifications necessary to perform work at this level. The employee at this level shall perform work in accordance with ANCI competencies found at Schedule 3 as well as the following:
3.5.2 An employee at this level is required to: Hold current registered nurse registration with the Queensland Nursing Council. Responsible to the Committee of Management, Board or Senior Management. Exercise discretion and decision making/responsibility within their level of skill and training and shall exercise managerial responsibilities. Responsible for the formation/establishment of programs, operational procedures and policies. Management of staff and the operation.
3.5.3 Indicative tasks/skills of this level, in addition to Registered Nurse Level 4, may include but not limited to: Accountable for the strategic and operational directions of the facility. Represent and promote the facility to governments and to the local community. Registered Nurse Level 1 Responsibilities The Registered Nurse is the first level nurse who is licensed to practice nursing without Supervision and who assumes accountability and responsibility for own actions and acts to rectify unsafe nursing practice and/or unprofessional conduct. It is essential that the nurse is registered by the Queensland Nursing Council and holds a current practicing certificate. The degree of expertise will increase as the Registered Nurse advances through this level. The Registered Nurse gives direct nursing care based on the Australian Nursing Council Incorporated (ANCI) Competencies, to a group of residents/clients in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse/Clinical Nurse Consultant. These ANCI competencies are grouped as follows: PROFESSIONAL/ETHICAL PRACTICE 1. Demonstrates a satisfactory knowledge base for safe practice. 2. Functions in accordance with legislation and common law affecting nursing practice. 3. Protects the rights of individuals and groups. 4. Demonstrated accountability for nursing practice. 5. Conducts nursing practice in a way that can be ethically justified. REFLECTIVE PRACTICE 6. Recognises own abilities and level of professional competence. 7. Acts to enhance the professional development of self and others. 8. Recognises the value of research in contributing to developments in nursing and improved standards of care. ENABLING 9. Maintain...