RN - OBSTETRICS /GYNAECOLOGY

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Proficiency Scale

1 = No Experience
2 = Need Training
3 = Able to perform with supervision
4 = Able to perform independently
Gynaecology Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4
Management of
Abortion
Ectopic pregnancy
Genito-urinary Tract Infection
Infertility
Perineal Repairs
Uterine and ovarian tumors/fibroids
Utero-vaginal prolapse
Obstetrics Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4
Management of
Antepartum hemorrhage
Caesarian section
Elective
Emergency
Cervical suture
High Risk Pregnancy:
Communicable Diseases with Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes
Grand multiparity
Pregnancy induced hypertension (Pre-eclampsia, eclampsia)
Polyhydramnios
Intrauterine death
Intrauterine growth retardation
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Normal pregnancy
Normal spontaneous delivery
Perineal block
Head to Toe Physical Examination of pregnant Woman
Post instrumental delivery
Post-Partum hemorrhage
Premature rupture of Membranes
Knowledge of Drugs commonly used in Obstetrics
Foetal Monitoring Techniques
Assess and Manage Newborn -
Initiation and Maintenance of CPR
Suctioning of airways
Mask and bagging Technique
Dosage and administration of resuscitation drugs (bicarb, adrenaline, narcan, etc)
Perform initial critical newborn management
Maintenance of body temperature
Resuscitation
Perform complete examination of the newborn
Collection of Cord Blood for TSH
Teach mother to breast feed
Assist with Ante-natal classes and Post-natal exercises
Care of pre and post operative obstetrical and gynaecological patients
Manage nursing aspects of infertility patients
Working knowledge of specialized equipment common to obstetrical areas -
Infusion control devices, IV AC, IMED, Abbott, Syringe pump
CTG
Foetal monitor
Doppler
Ultrasound
Isolette/incubator/resuscitaire
Vacuum extractor, forceps
Fetal scalp blood sampling machine
Insert/establish IV
Perform Venepuncture for blood sampling
Assist doctors with performing fetal blood sampling
Assist with taking pap smear
Function as Charge Nurse
Certification Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4
BLS
ACLS
NRP
PALS
IV THERAPY