Andrea Brown Drysdale

• Develop and implement quality care plans for patients while acting as a mentor to others on the unit.
• Demonstrate competency in required skills as well as EMR-related skills and knowledge.
• Has vast clinical knowledge and acts as a resource to all team members in a unit regarding education.
• Represents RRH in the community as a leader in the nursing profession.
• Represent area of specialty on a unit-based and hospital-wide committee.
• Assumes the role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit,
• Provides mentoring to others on the unit to ensure the best clinical outcomes.
• Provides training/precepting for new team members on the unit.
• Act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters.
• Identifies and assists other team members in identifying learning needs and communicates to appropriate resources.
• Provides mentoring to others on the unit to ensure the best clinical outcomes.
• Participates in problem-solving activities at the unit level by identifying the problem and collaboratively working towards resolution.
• Provides input regarding protocols, policies, and procedures to immediate supervisor.
• Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based practice within specialty areas and identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Participates and utilizes the performance improvement process to improve clinical practice.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessment of patients; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Provide leadership within the unit, guiding the team and overseeing daily operations while fulfilling the responsibilities of the charge nurse.

1. Regularly assess and document how often food establishments are inspected while implementing a systematic risk ranking system to prioritize inspections based on potential health hazards.

2. Organize and execute thorough inspections of tourist-related establishments within the parish, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to protect visitors and the local community.

3. Perform detailed audits of food establishments categorized by specific geographic zones to ensure consistency and adherence to public health standards across different areas.

4. Lead and manage investigations into foodborne outbreaks to identify sources and prevent further incidents, collaborating with various stakeholders as needed.

5. Organize and oversee the training sessions for food handlers, ensuring they receive the necessary education and certification to comply with safety standards.

6. Work closely with the National Public Health Laboratory to facilitate the analysis of food and environmental samples, ensuring that any potential health threats are promptly identified.

7. Oversee the work of data entry clerks involved with the food safety programs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in data handling and reporting.

8. Schedule and lead quarterly meetings with all food inspectors to discuss ongoing projects, share insights, and enhance teamwork and communication within the department.

9. Manage the process of condemning large quantities of food during special operations, ensuring that all actions comply with health regulations and safety protocols.

10. Develop comprehensive annual plans outlining the goals and strategies for food safety programs and create presentations to review progress with stakeholders.

11. Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement while also assessing the need for additional food safety equipment to enhance operational efficiency.

12. Provide an informative orientation for medical students, student nurses, and midwives about the Food Safety and Protection Program, emphasizing its importance in public health.

13. Regularly assess the daily operations of the food safety program, ensuring that all activities align with established goals and standards.

14. Provide detailed reports to the Medical Officer of Health and the Chief Public Health Inspector regarding program activities, findings, and recommendations for improvement.

15. Collaborate with the Medical Officer of Health and the Chief Public Health inspector to develop the annual program budget, ensuring adequate funding for all necessary initiatives and resources.