OH&S You are responsible for observing safety in the interest of yourself
and others. Please ensure that during your Placement you comply
with the Health Services Policies and Procedures relating to Occupational
Health, Safety and Risk Management. Incidents
If you are involved in a work related incident, accident, complaint
or dispute please notify your Nurse Manager immediately and contact
NT Medic Healthcare Agency within 24 hours and supply us with a copy
of any related documentation e.g. incident report.
Nurses on the NT Medic Healthcare Agency payroll are covered by our Workers Compensation
Insurance and should an injury occur we need to be notified within
24 hours. If you are being paid by the Hospital or Health Service
then you are covered by their Workers Compensation Insurance. However,
NT Medic Nursing Agency would appreciate notification of ALL injuries
within 24 hours.
Hazards
Report any hazards or safety concerns to the Nurse in Charge/Manager.
Manual Handling - apply the techniques & equipment in the workplace
where practicable. Where it is not possible to apply the techniques
or utilise the equipment seek advice from the Nurse in Charge/Manager.
Attend available training programs in manual handling
Infection Control
Observe universal precautions. Gloves should be used whenever you
anticipate contact with blood and body fluids; gloves are changed
and hands washed between clients and for the same client when different
procedures will be performed. Wear further protective equipment
and clothing such as goggles, mask and gown where
appropriate. Place all sharps in sharps containers & do not
recap needles.
Equipment & Machines
Some equipment & machines may be new to you. Do not operate
any piece of equipment unless you are competent in its use. If
you require instruction inform the Nurse in Charge.
Fire
Safety & Evacuation
When you arrive at a new facility familiarise yourself with the
emergency manual, fire extinguishers and emergency exits.
Security
Take care of your personal security especially if working alone,
familiarise yourself with the facilities security plans. Take
the time to consult Co-workers and /or the locals regarding the
Community and any safety issues. Take care of your personal belongings
such as wallets, bags & purses
whilst on
shift. Mobile phones should not be carried whilst working on shift.
Smoking
To protect the health of employees, all temporary staff on assignment
for NT Medic Healthcare Agency abide by the smoking or non-smoking
policy of the client to whom they have been assigned.
Grievance or harassment
If you have a complaint, grievance, are being bullied or harassed
please notify us, we will inform you of the correct proceedure and process to follow.
Code of Conduct
The Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council (ANMC) facilitates
National Standards for Statutory Nurse Regulatory Authorities.
These define the minimum core competencies and expected standard
of behaviour/conduct of all nurses.
Inclusive of these are:
 ANMC National Competency
Standards for the Registered Nurse and EnrolledNurse
ANMC Codes of Ethics
for Nurses in Australia
ANMC Codes of Professional
Conduct for Nurses in Australia
1. Practice in a safe and competent manner.
2. Practice in accordance with the agreed standards of the profession.
3. Not bring discredit upon the reputation of the nursing profession.
4. Practice in accordance with laws relevant to the nurse's area
of practice.
5. Respect the dignity, culture, values and beliefs of an individual
and any significant other person.
6. Support the health, well being and informed decision-making
of an individual.
7. Promote and preserve the trust that is inherent in the privileged relationship
between a nurse and an individual, and respect both the person
and property of that individual.
8. Treat any personal information obtained in a professional capacity
as confidential.
9. Refrain from engaging in exploitation, misinformation and misrepresentation
in regard to health care products and nursing services.
These publications may be accessed through the Australian Nursing
and Midwifery Council Incorporated (ANMC) website, www.anmc.org.au
Confidentiality
“
Nurses hold in confidence any information obtained in a professional
capacity, use professional judgement where there is a need to share
information for the therapeutic benefit and safety of a person
and ensure that
privacy is safeguarded.”
(Reference: Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of
Ethics)
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