Tissue Viability Nurse

Job Description

Our client, a well-known healthcare facility in UAE is currently recruiting for the position of Tissue Viability Nurse to be based in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of effective tissue viability and wound care management service, implement a contemporary, evidenced-based model of care in the prevention and management of skin and tissue injuries and promote a progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research, evidence based practice and change management. Additionally, you will be reporting to the Clinical Coordinator.Other responsibilities include but are not limited:Leadership:Acts as a positive role model and mentorPromotes an interdisciplinary team approach to the prevention and management of skin and tissue injuries.Demonstrates accountability, critical thinking and leadership in conflict management and problem solving.Recommends and manages appropriate resources to support the prevention and management of skin and tissue injuriesActs as a resource for staff in regard to tissue viability & wound care management.Leads in the recruitment and professional development of Tissue Viability championsDevelops and implements a program to assist in professional development and succession planning of Tissue Viability and Wound Care champions. Clinical Activities:Provides clinical leadership with the assessment, management and evaluation of care of skin and tissue injuries.Recommends appropriate, evidence-based regimens for the prevention and management of skin and tissue injuriesEnsures that all patients with skin and tissue injuries are treated as per clinical orders and current wound care protocols/ guidelines.Participates in interdisciplinary and family meetings to address skin and tissue injury-related concerns in the plan of care.Reviews all incidents of skin and tissue injuries and correctly categorize these as reflected in the performance indicators.Ensures that a root cause analysis is conducted on all patients who develop or have a worsening skin/tissue injury with an action plan that addresses the causes.Ensures that the performance indicators accurately reflect the skin and tissue injuries within the organization.Ensures that action plans and improvement projects are developed and implemented, based on a root cause analysis for all performance indicators which exceed stated benchmarks.Ensures that a regular incidence and prevalence study is conducted to correlate accuracy of reported skin and tissue injuriesNetworks and establishes linkages with local/ national wound care and tissue viability groups and brand representatives within the region.Education & Research:Leads performance improvement activities based on identified issues from indicators, incident reports, root causes analyses and audits.Actively leads and participates in research initiatives which lead to an increase in the body of knowledge of wound care and tissue viability.Participates in delivering education internally through formal and informal avenues.Participates in the delivery of change management strategies through local, national and international conferences.Actively participates in the development of resources which guide the care of patients with actual and potential skin and tissue injuries.Occupational Safety and Health (OSH):Integrate appropriate OSH management into process and cultureEnsure staff has knowledge to meet their responsibilitiesEnsure OSH risks are identified and controlledProvide OSH information, training and supervisionAssist with the preparation of risk assessmentEnsure application of appropriate risk control measuresReporting of OSH hazards and incidents to Quality Coordinator or Health & Safety OfficerTake reasonable care of the health and safety of others that may affected by their acts or omissions at workActively participates in OSH Trainings and Consultation meetingProfessional Responsibilities:Ensures patient confidentiality is respected and maintained at all timesDevelops and maintains a Professional Portfolio related to Tissue ViabilityWorks as a strong patient advocate maintaining effective channels of communication with residents/patients, relatives and all members of the interdisciplinary teamActs as a patient advocate, challenging poor practice and discriminatory attitudes and behaviorsRecognizes the boundaries of their scope of practice and limits of own competencePromotes quality of life and embraces the unique social and cultural role of the familyFacilitates a climate of mutual understanding and appreciation of cultural differences inherent in a multicultural societyResponds to all levels of emergencies according to the organizations policies and procedure REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for this opportunity, you need to meet the following criteria:Must have a current UAE License as a Registered NurseMust be a Specialty Nurse or Nurse PractitionerMust have completed post graduate qualification in Tissue ViabilityPrevious experience in a leadership role would be an advantageCandidates based outside UAE are welcome to apply

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