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KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES CONSISTENCY OF CARE End user system support • Provide user guidance and support during all system changes and in particular the Care On project. • Interact with the end user and communicate important information regarding the electronic medical records (EMR) project. • Maximise productivity by agreeing deliverables and solving end user queries within the agreed turnaround time and according to the Service Level agreement (SLA). • Continuously focus on troubleshooting to identify potential problems and escalate unresolved queries to a third party. • Ensure that where a third party is involved that there is continuous follow up to achieve resolution of the query. • Analyse workflow processes and communicate to Management, areas identified that could potentially assist in improving patient services and satisfaction aligned to the Netcare strategy of Person-Centred Health and care. • Schedule and conduct teleconference calls with the relevant stakeholders if necessary to resolve any outstanding issues. • Participate in related project meetings as required. • “Walk the floor” on a daily basis and communicate with end users, assess needs and priorities, document these and prepare and present timeous up to date and current data for communication to Management. • Coordinate and consult with internal and external clients to gather information about project needs, objectives, functions, features, input and output requirements and maintenance of project plans and ensure that the feedback of these discussions is provided to the application, training and support team. • Act as an expert on the system and a super user to all Nursing teams in the Hospital environment. • Assume responsibility for logging calls on Sigma where resolution has not been reached and escalate where necessary aligned to the SLA. • Liaise with the Application, Training and Support team with regards to electronic medical records (EMR) related problems and routine maintenance. • Generate system reports as and when required by Management. • Ensure that updates to the system software are made, liaise and follow up with the relevant stakeholders to ensure the completion of this task. • Ensure that minimum requirements are met to determine system readiness, this may include passing certain assessments to qualify one to use the system. • Ensure the enrolment of agency staff onto the system. (May change to an automatic enrolment) • Ensure all troubleshooting including but not limited to the resolution of: - Log in issues - Enrolment queries - Password complaints • Ensure that “downtime” processes are adhered to in line with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and the training provided in this regard. Training and development • Assess end user training needs and deliver training which is of an excellent standard. • Assist in formulating training material and ensure continuous and consistent end user day to day support as well as informal and ongoing training. • Conduct training identified as well go live support. • Communicate information of scheduled courses to Management and end users to ensure that training is well attended. • Provide refresher training to all users of the system on an ongoing basis in line with business needs. • Provide training to employees on system upgrades and enhancements and/or downtime processes. • Coordinate assessment results, provide feedback and arrange additional training if necessary. • Coordinate all logistical requirements regarding training i.e. venue, registers, catering etc. • Ensure that all training registers are completed and submitted to the relevant stakeholders in line with the Netcare Human Resources requirements. • Play an active role in providing on the job coaching where employees are battling to improve their understanding of the system. • Identify any potential gaps in training and inform the application, training, and support team of any updates to the training content to ensure that these areas are addressed. Apply various training methodologies to ensure the ongoing improvement of training delivered to end users. • Provide support to Netcare patients and visitors by addressing any complaints raised about possible delays with the new system and show support by communicating relevant information to these patients and visitors. Organisational effectiveness and continuous improvement • Facilitate and coordinate input from cross-functional teams and ensure that this is provided to the application, training, and support team. • Observe Hospital processes and through these observations communicate effective improvement projects throughout the hospital. • Assist with business decisions relating to system implementation, modification, maintenance etc. Review and recommend digital solutions and the use of relevant platforms to improve the level of patient care. • Drive the change processes with moving to a digital platform, support and encourage the team through the process and assist stakeholders and employees in understanding the benefits to business. • Serve as a primary point of contact between the end user, Hospital Management, and the IT team to ensure continuous improvement and the effectiveness of the system. Risk and compliance • Ensure full compliance to statutory regulations, policies, procedures, best practice, and professional standards. • Participate in the process towards compliance of all system interventions. • Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures. • Identify risks, maintain a risk register, and mitigate any risks identified. • Ensure alignment of the system to governance requirements and the regulatory framework and manage any uncertainties from the business that may arise as a result of such concerns. TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY Build and maintain Stakeholder relationships • Communicate status/progress and issues to business management and end-users. • Assume responsibility for Care On and other system projects with stakeholder participation. • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with relevant stakeholders in the business to ensure that adequate support is provided and that goals are accomplished. • Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. • Leverage relationship networks and partnerships to gain influence and support for work initiatives. • Demonstrate personal commitment to internal and external stakeholders by fulfilling responsibilities, involving others, gaining support for ideas generated and removing obstacles to team accomplishments. • Establish and consolidate good interpersonal relationships by listening to others and objectively considering their ideas and opinions even when they conflict with their own ideas. Personal and professional development • Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development. SKILLS PROFILE EDUCATION Essential • Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a registered/professional nurse at an NQF level 7 Or an NQF level 7 in pharmaceuticals or a degree in emergency medical care. Preferred • Clinical competence and experience in a variety of patient care settings in order to be able to make decisions with confidence on how certain technical functionality can be applied in the clinical setting. WORK EXPERIENCE Essential • 3 years clinical experience as a Registered Nurse/Pharmacist/EMC in a private healthcare environment • Currently involved in direct patient care and practising in a clinical area for 2-3 years. • Experience as a shift leader or a supervisor overseeing a team. • Knowledge of the basics of clinical related workflows. Preferred • Experience in working on an electronic medical record (EMR) system. • Experience providing system support to end users. • Experience in training, coaching and mentoring. • Working experience in a specialist Unit. KNOWLEDGE Essential • Knowledge and support of the ever-evolving Netcare strategy of patient centred Health and care. Continuously deepen the awareness of the strategy to address new challenges within the Healthcare sector, to build a competitive advantage and sustainability through the Netcare moat strategy. • An intermediate to advanced level of Computer Literacy and proficiency in MS Office applications. • Knowledge with regards to nursing and health care flow, standardisation of documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and policies as well as process requirements. • Knowledge of international accreditation will be advantageous. • Knowledge of health-related policies, procedures, and legislation. • Superior interpersonal skills (developing and maintaining positive relationships; communicating clearly and effectively with people at all levels with verbal and nonverbal communication; working with others to identify, define and solve problems). • Demonstrates excellent organisational skills: organised and structured. Manage timelines to ensure that work is completed timeously. • Multi-tasking ability and the ability to handle stressful situations, difficult stakeholders (internal and external) appropriately and superior levels of patience and conflict resolution abilities. • Ability to inspire others to believe in the culture of person-centred Health and care. • Ability to network and gain support for proposed ideas. • Ability and experience in recognising developmental areas in others and supporting them through coaching to overcome these. • Excellent attention to detail. • Ability to drive the change management process alongside the change management team. • Ability to challenge the current status quo, to ask the critical and relevant questions and to effectively deal with conflict should there be disagreements in thinking amongst stakeholders. Preferred • Knowledge of any electronic medical record (EMR) system. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation. WORKING CONDITIONS • Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting business operations, including night and weekend shifts. • Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means.

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