The Faircape Group is an independent development and property management company with more than 30 years of success in the industry. We incorporate free standing homes, sectional title units, as well as mixed use residential and commercial buildings. The recent acquisition in joining the retirement sector has seen the Group grow beyond expectation. We are a ...
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Job Description
Faircape Health provides the full continuum of care at six world-class healthcare facilities located on-site at six luxury, retirement villages.
The services of an experienced, compassionate Independent Registered Nurse Contractor (SLA Agreement) is required. The successful applicant must be available to assist within all our healthcare centres when required.
The Registered Nurse will administer care to patients inclusive of frail care, mental health, assisted living, and subacute within our village in the Northern Suburbs or Southern Suburbs of the Western Cape.
The successful incumbent will be responsible for all nursing care on shift and ensuring patients have a comprehensive and accurate care plan.
This position is based within Somerset West in Cape Town and if you wish to become part of a dynamic, and collaborative environment with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of primary and allied healthcare professionals, then this is the career opportunity for you.
Should you wish to make a difference everyday in our patients' lives, then this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Duties Include:
Clinical Handover:
- Conduct morning handovers according to ISBAR procedure with the Shift Leader on the opposite shift.
- Ensure all reporting is up-to-date for handover and verify all information during handovers.
Medication:
- Manage medication administration to residents as per allocation.
- Monitor scheduled drugs.
- Conduct weekly drug checks.
- Ensure blister packaged medication is available, checked, and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.
- Manage adverse effects by contacting the doctor immediately for intervention and treatment orders.
Patient Nursing Care Plan:
- Assess patients' health conditions, including vital signs, medical history, and symptoms.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans with the Nursing Service Manager and Multidisciplinary Team.
- Adjust care plans when required.
Clinical Tasks:
- Perform clinical functions within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse, including wound care, pressure care, ostomy care, managing skin lesions, catheter care, and weighing patients.
- Conduct regular resident rounds to monitor care quality.
- Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust care plans as needed.
- Ensure doctor's prescriptions and physio recommendations are implemented and included in care plans.
- Consult with the Senior Nursing Service Manager regarding clinical concerns or quality of care issues.
Risk Management:
- Maintain effective infection control practices.
Emergency and Incident Management
- Ensure all procedures are followed incase of an emergency or incident
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
- Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Proven experience as a Registered Nurse
- Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
- Experience in a geriatric environment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Dependability.
- Proactive.
- Professional communication.
- Leadership skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Good organizational skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record.
- Clear criminal record.
- Clear credit record.
- Contactable references.
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Duties Include:
- Clinical Handover:
- Conduct morning handovers according to ISBAR procedure with the Shift Leader on the opposite shift.
- Ensure all reporting is up-to-date for handover and verify all information during handovers.
- Medication:
- Manage medication administration to residents as per allocation.
- Monitor scheduled drugs.
- Conduct weekly drug checks.
- Ensure blister packaged medication is available, checked, and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.
- Manage adverse effects by contacting the doctor immediately for intervention and treatment orders.
- Patient Nursing Care Plan:
- Assess patients' health conditions, including vital signs, medical history, and symptoms.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans with the Nursing Service Manager and Multidisciplinary Team.
- Adjust care plans when required.
- Clinical Tasks:
- Perform clinical functions within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse, including wound care, pressure care, ostomy care, managing skin lesions, catheter care, and weighing patients.
- Conduct regular resident rounds to monitor care quality.
- Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust care plans as needed.
- Ensure doctor's prescriptions and physio recommendations are implemented and included in care plans.
- Consult with the Senior Nursing Service Manager regarding clinical concerns or quality of care issues.
- Risk Management:
- Maintain effective infection control practices.
- Emergency and Incident Management
- Ensure all procedures are followed incase of an emergency or incident
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
- Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Proven experience as a Shift Senior Leader or Unit Manager
- Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
- Experience in a geriatric environment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Dependability.
- Proactive.
- Professional communication.
- Leadership skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Good organizational skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record.
- Clear criminal record.
- Clear credit record.
- Contactable references.
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Duties include but is not limited to the following:
- The Assistant Carer Supervisor will ensure that the residents receive the highest standard of care, assist the Carer Supervisor in supporting and guiding the carer team in their day-to-day performance of their jobs. You will also contribute to fostering positive relationships between staff and management and act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Carer Supervisor or as operationally required.
QUALITY CONTROL
- Participate in the handover process to/from the opposite shift and communicating all observations regarding residents
- Assist the Carer Supervisor with staff allocation, providing input as required
- Completion of the Emergency list for Fire & Evacuation Safety in the absence of the Carer Supervisor and reporting all maintenance issues immediately
- Complete admission and discharge checklists
- Assists the carer team with day to duties and ensuring the team adheres to infection control measures
- Provide on the job training and demonstrating corrective measures
- Ensuring at that end of each shift that all carer equipment is clean and neatly stored in designated areas
ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING
- Ensure charting times correlate to when tasks are done and that all documentation is complete
- Ensure all concerns regarding patients are reported to the Shift Leader and documented on our online system Healthware.
PATIENT CARE (ACCORDING TO CARE PLAN)
- Ensure all activities as per care plan is done and charted
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment is created for all residents and that the care plan is up to date with the needs of the resident
- Ensure appropriate activities are being carried out in different areas and that caregivers are actively involved
COMPANY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
- Ensuring compliance, understanding and adherence to company policies and procedures
INFECTION CONTROL
- Ensure infection control policies and procedures are followed and adhered to
- Ensure good personal hygiene maintained for all Carers
- Adherence to the Uniform policy
HEALTH AND SAFETY
- Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to in terms of health and safety
- Ensure all contraventions reported to the Shift Leader before the end of shift
SUPERVISION
- Responsible to act in the absence of the Carer Supervisor
- Take on full scope of duties allocated by the Carer Supervisor
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and qualifications:
- Acknowledged Carer Training from a reputable organization
- SETA accreditation will be an advantage
- Grade 10 - 12
- Minimum 2 years experience working as a carer
- Previous supervisory experience
Skills and Knowledge :
- To assist in the day to day running of the team, under direction of the Carer Supervisor
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong, accurate computer and administration skills
- Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
- Core carer competency skills
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitative care
- Manual Handling knowledge & skills
- Fall prevention knowledge & skills
- Computer literate
Attributes:
- Efficient, able to multi-task and willing to be a team player
- Must be able to work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
- Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises.
- Be able to work within a team and independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively and prevent
- Ability to work collaboratively with the supervisor and team members
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to take on additional responsibilities
- Ability to step into a leadership role when needed
- Ability to provide training and support to new staff members
- Be flexible, hard working, honest and reliable
- Passionate about caregiving
- Willingness to work with the residents directly when needed
- Managerial ability
- Ability to motivate and inspire team members
- Ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately
- Willingness to continuously learn and improve caregiving skills
Specific requirements
- Clear health record
- Clear criminal record
- Clear credit record
- Contactable references
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Duties include but is not limited to the following:
- HANDOVER
- Attend handover according to ISBAR procedure with shift leader on opposite shift
- ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING
- Ensure all reporting is up to date for handover and all information checked when receiving handover
- Shift Admin - Perform a physical walk around the unit to see every resident at the start of the shift
- Documentation and Healthware - Checking emails, sending dietary communication, logging incidents, completing comprehensive Nursing Documentation, ensure Dr’s appointments are met, following up on all laboratory tests
- Policies/Procedures & Competencies - Ensure all new policies/procedures are read, competencies completed and procedures followed
- MEDICATION
- Administer medication under the direct or indirect supervision of an RN
- Ensure all medication being administered has a valid prescription
- Ensure all medications are mixed/reconstituted according to the manufacturer's instructions
- Ensure that the expiry date is checked on all medication before administration
- Manage any script changes and ensure the correct changes are communicated on the Blisterpack documentation to the pharmacy
- Store medication at the correct temperature as per manufacturer's instructions
- Manage the correct discarding of medication according to the medication management procedure
- MDT AND INTERACTION WITH PROFESSIONALS
- Attend MDT Meetings on your shift when required to do so
- Assist Shift Leader with the follow-up and implementation of all orders and instructions deriving from the MDT
- RESIDENT ADMISSIONS AND DISCHARGES
- Assist with the admissions procedure into the facility
- Plan for and arrange appointments with doctors when needed and keeping family informed of nursing concerns and care
- Assist with the discharge process from the nursing side with family and residents and ensure discharge plan is in place where necessary
- RISK MANAGEMENT:
- Maintain effective infection control practices.
- Assist to maintain a safe and risk free environment in the Healthcare Facility
- Stay well educated regarding Health and Safety issues
- TRAINING
- Participate in identifying training needs and adding them to the active training plan as well as assisting to manage the completion of the training with the nursing team.
- Assist in ensuring that all training is recorded
- STOCK MANAGEMENT
- Assist to ensure nursing staff charge for any stock used, to enable timeous billing to a patient account.
- Participate in the rotated schedule, to ensure all have an opportunity to check the emergency trolley
- CLINICAL TASKS
- Ensure all tasks are completed and charted in Healthware
- Assist to ensure communication has been sent for all new admissions, special diets , allergies or any changes in diets, when required
- Assist RN in performing the Physical Assessment and High Risk Assessments on all admission, including weighing the patient
- Assist RN in keeping care plans updated
- Escalate any concerns regarding quality of care issues noted to the Senior Shift Leader
- EMERGENCY AND INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
- Ensure procedure followed in the case of an emergency and/or death.
- Ensure professional liaison with family of residents who have passed away, when required in the absence of the Shift Leader/ Senior Shift Leader.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- SANC registered as an Enrolled Nurse.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Proven experience within a leadership role advantageous
- Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
- Experience in Medical/Surgical, Orthopaedic, palliative, Dementia, Frail care, phlebotomy and caring for residents on IV therapy
- Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Dependability.
- Proactive.
- Professional communication.
- Leadership skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Good organizational skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record.
- Clear criminal record.
- Clear credit record.
- Contactable references.
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Job Description
Faircape Health is extending our subacute care and rehabilitation services to one of our long-term healthcare facilities in Somerset West, Heritage Manor. We are catering to patients in need of short-term, long-term, dementia, respite, and palliative care within a secure and nurturing environment.
Our world-class care aims to bridge the gap between hospital and home. Our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of leading healthcare professionals administers care in the most therapeutic environment possible and supports healing outcomes in all aspects.
Tokai Physiotherapy Inc. is looking for a Locum Physiotherapist to join their team in Somerset West. The successful incumbent will assist in the sub-acute facility in conjunction with the current Physiotherapists based there.
If you like working in a fast-paced environment then this is the opportunity for you!
Responsibilities:
- Perform thorough evaluations of patients' physical conditions, including range of motion, strength, balance, posture, and functional abilities.
- Assess pain levels and develop pain management strategies.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on the assessment findings, patient goals, and medical history.
- Set realistic goals for improving mobility, function, and quality of life.
- Administer a variety of physiotherapy techniques and modalities, such as exercises, manual therapy, heat/cold therapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
- Instruct and educate patients and their families on exercises and self-care techniques.
- Regularly reassess patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Document treatment sessions, progress notes, and outcomes accurately.
- Work closely with other healthcare team members, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
- Provide ongoing communication with patients and their families about treatment progress and goals.
- Use and maintain physiotherapy equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively.
- Follow all healthcare and safety protocols and maintain compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in physiotherapy.
- Advocate for patients' needs and preferences to ensure they receive the best possible care.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy
- HPCSA registration
Requirements:
- Proven clinical experience
- Experience working in a neurological environment is advantageous
- Experience working in an acute setting is advantageous
- Post graduate courses or CPD activities in this field
- Experience in the rehabilitation field optimal
Skills and Attributes:
- Strong knowledge of physiotherapy techniques and evidence-based practice.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Empathy and patience when working with patients facing physical challenges.
- Physical stamina and dexterity to perform therapeutic techniques.
- Willing to work within a multidisciplinary and nursing team environment
- Team player, trustworthy, passionate
- Reliability
Specific Requirements:
- Own transport
- Solid and positive references
- Clear criminal record
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Duties Include:
- Clinical Handover:
- Conduct morning handovers according to ISBAR procedure with the Shift Leader on the opposite shift.
- Ensure all reporting is up-to-date for handover and verify all information during handovers.
- Medication:
- Manage medication administration to residents as per allocation.
- Monitor scheduled drugs.
- Conduct weekly drug checks.
- Ensure blister packaged medication is available, checked, and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.
- Manage adverse effects by contacting the doctor immediately for intervention and treatment orders.
- Patient Nursing Care Plan:
- Assess patients' health conditions, including vital signs, medical history, and symptoms.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans with the Nursing Service Manager and Multidisciplinary Team.
- Adjust care plans when required.
- Clinical Tasks:
- Perform clinical functions within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse, including wound care, pressure care, ostomy care, managing skin lesions, catheter care, and weighing patients.
- Conduct regular resident rounds to monitor care quality.
- Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust care plans as needed.
- Ensure doctor's prescriptions and physio recommendations are implemented and included in care plans.
- Consult with the Senior Nursing Service Manager regarding clinical concerns or quality of care issues.
- Risk Management:
- Maintain effective infection control practices.
- Emergency and Incident Management
- Ensure all procedures are followed incase of an emergency or incident
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
- Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Proven experience as a Registered Nurse
- Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
- Experience in a geriatric environment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Dependability.
- Proactive.
- Professional communication.
- Leadership skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Good organizational skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record.
- Clear criminal record.
- Clear credit record.
- Contactable references.
go to method of application »
Duties Include:
- Clinical Handover:
- Conduct morning handovers according to ISBAR procedure with the Shift Leader on the opposite shift.
- Ensure all reporting is up-to-date for handover and verify all information during handovers.
- Medication:
- Manage medication administration to residents as per allocation.
- Monitor scheduled drugs.
- Conduct weekly drug checks.
- Ensure blister packaged medication is available, checked, and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.
- Manage adverse effects by contacting the doctor immediately for intervention and treatment orders.
- Patient Nursing Care Plan:
- Assess patients' health conditions, including vital signs, medical history, and symptoms.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans with the Nursing Service Manager and Multidisciplinary Team.
- Adjust care plans when required.
- Clinical Tasks:
- Perform clinical functions within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse, including wound care, pressure care, ostomy care, managing skin lesions, catheter care, and weighing patients.
- Conduct regular resident rounds to monitor care quality.
- Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust care plans as needed.
- Ensure doctor's prescriptions and physio recommendations are implemented and included in care plans.
- Consult with the Senior Nursing Service Manager regarding clinical concerns or quality of care issues.
- Risk Management:
- Maintain effective infection control practices.
- Emergency and Incident Management
- Ensure all procedures are followed incase of an emergency or incident
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
- Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Proven experience as a Senior Leader or Unit Manager
- Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
- Experience in a geriatric environment is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Dependability.
- Proactive.
- Professional communication.
- Leadership skills.
- Sound decision-making.
- Good organizational skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record.
- Clear criminal record.
- Clear credit record.
- Contactable references.
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Job Description
Faircape Health Tokai Estate is a Sub Acute Care and Rehabilitation Centre which provides restorative care and rehabilitation for patients recovering from a variety of medical conditions that include Medical, Neurological, Orthopaedic, Surgical and Respite. At Tokai Healthcare, the focus is mainly on acute conditions that immediately affect patients' rehabilitation progress.
Our world-class care aims to bridge the gap between hospital and home. Our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of leading healthcare professionals administers care in the most therapeutic environment possible and supports healing outcomes in all aspects.
Tokai Physiotherapy Inc is looking for a Locum Physiotherapist to join their team. The successful incumbent will assist in the sub-acute facility in conjunction with the current Physiotherapists based there.
If you like working in a fast-paced environment then this is the opportunity for you!
Responsibilities:
- Perform thorough evaluations of patients' physical conditions, including range of motion, strength, balance, posture, and functional abilities.
- Assess pain levels and develop pain management strategies.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on the assessment findings, patient goals, and medical history.
- Set realistic goals for improving mobility, function, and quality of life.
- Administer a variety of physiotherapy techniques and modalities, such as exercises, manual therapy, heat/cold therapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
- Instruct and educate patients and their families on exercises and self-care techniques.
- Regularly reassess patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Document treatment sessions, progress notes, and outcomes accurately.
- Work closely with other healthcare team members, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
- Provide ongoing communication with patients and their families about treatment progress and goals.
- Use and maintain physiotherapy equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively.
- Follow all healthcare and safety protocols and maintain compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in physiotherapy.
- Advocate for patients' needs and preferences to ensure they receive the best possible care.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy
- HPCSA registration
Requirements:
- Proven clinical experience
- Experience working in a neurological environment is advantageous
- Experience working in an acute setting is advantageous
- Post graduate courses or CPD activities in this field
- Experience in the rehabilitation field optimal
Skills and Attributes:
- Strong knowledge of physiotherapy techniques and evidence-based practice.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Empathy and patience when working with patients facing physical challenges.
- Physical stamina and dexterity to perform therapeutic techniques.
- Willing to work within a multidisciplinary and nursing team environment
- Team player, trustworthy, passionate
- Reliability
Specific Requirements:
- Own transport
- Solid and positive references
- Clear criminal record
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Duties include but is not limited to the following:
Personal Care:
- Attend to activities as per the care plan, including personal hygiene, incontinence care, dressing, feeding, and companionship for your assigned residents.
- Chart all activities on our electronic system, Healthware, using the provided company cellphone
.Administration & Reporting:
- Chart and timestamp all activities on Healthware, following company procedures.
- Report any changes or causes of concern in a resident’s condition promptly to the Duty Sister.
Patient Care (according to care plan):
- Follow the care plan diligently and document activities on Healthware.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for residents, aligning with the care plan and individual diagnoses.
Company Policies & Procedures:
- Adhere to company rules, policies, and procedures.
- Treat all residents with respect and dignity.
Infection Control:
- Comply with company policies and procedures related to infection control.
- Maintain good personal hygiene as per relevant policies.
Health & Safety:
- Adhere to company health and safety standards during work activities.
- Be aware of duty of care and take measures to protect vulnerable residents.
- Report any health and safety contraventions to the Duty Sister.
Education and Qualifications:
- Acknowledged Carer training from reputable organisation advantageous
- SETA accreditation will be an advantage
Experience
- Proven experience as a Carer or experience in a similar environment
Skills and Knowledge:
- Skilled in basic computer knowledge
- Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
- Core carer competency skills
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitative care
- Work well within a team and independently
- Able to work under pressure
- Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises
- Maintain positive relationships with all (resident, families, colleagues)
- Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively, make decisions and prevent medico-legal risks
Attributes
- Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must be able to work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
- Be able to work within a team and independently.
- Flexible and adaptable
- Responsible and accountable
- Patience and understanding
- Professional etiquette
- High level of personal grooming
- Compassion and empathy towards clients
- Physical stamina and strength
- Ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately
- Willingness to continuously learn and improve caregiving skills
Specific requirements
- Clear health record
- Clear criminal record
- Clear credit record
- Contactable references
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Duties relevant to this role
- Facilitate subacute viewings
- It is crucial to ensure the patient has a clear understanding of the following after the MDT meeting:
- Goals set by MDT: The specific goals that the multidisciplinary team has established for the patient's recovery, which will guide their rehabilitation program.
- Length of stay based on the goal: The expected duration of the patient's stay at the facility, aligned with the rehabilitation goals and progress benchmarks.
- Medical-aid feedback: Any feedback regarding the medical aid coverage, including whether there's a maximum stay or if additional payment options might be needed.
- Family and patient communication: Ensuring that both the patient and their family are aware of and understand the MDT feedback.
- Confirm discharge dates of patients
- Ensure discharge patient experience surveys are completed and escalated if needed, one day prior to discharge / discharge report / follow up appointment
- Book clients for and manage the post discharge clinic
- Complete the relevant discharge tasks once the patient is discharged
- Make follow-up calls to patients who were unable to attend the post-discharge clinic.
- Ensure specialist referrals are completed and sent through to the referring specialist
- Follow up patients who is being transferred back to hospital
- Facilitate family meetings should it be needed
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work or a BSc degree with more than 1 years clinical experience
- SACSSP registration
- Malpractice insurance
Experience and Knowledge
- Proven experience working in a similar role
- Experience working in an acute/sub-acute environment
Skills and Attributes
- Experience in a clinical environment and working with ill patients and family members
- A commitment to early intervention, a whole-of-person approach to rehabilitation and improved levels of functioning of the injured client;
- The ability to engage positively with clients acknowledging their individual circumstances;
- Good communication, organisation and liaison skills and ability to initiate activity where required;
- The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and maintain focus;
- The capacity to maintain and broaden networks of relevant professional service providers;
- Good time management
- Good Crisis management skills
- The ability to refer clients to service providers and if necessary seek out additional professional assistance or direction;
- Ability to perform basic screening at follow-up clinic to flag for referral to services required.
- Knowledge of the relevant legislation claims procedures, rehabilitation provisions and administrative requirements;
- Have an understanding of ICF Framework and SMART goal-setting skills
Specific Requirements:
- Clear health record
- Clear criminal record
- Clear credit record
- Contactable references
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