Job-Specific Competency

1. Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient's condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects.

2. Assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.  Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness.

3. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment., collaborating with other disciplines as needed   

4. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.

5. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes.

6. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.

7. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.  Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.

8. Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning.

9. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards.  Pursues personal and professional growth and development.  Serves as a professional role model and mentor.

10. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient's age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.

11. Demonstrates ability to assist physicians with procedures in the peri anesthesia care setting, including cardio-version and insertion of peripheral and central monitoring lines, and epidural catheter placement.

12. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management and the ability to use appropriate equipment

13. Demonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systems for changes and provides appropriate treatment.

14. Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects.

15. Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient's condition for safe transfer of care.