Information for Nurses

Professional Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives as outlined by NMBI.
• Work within your Scope of Practice.
• Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the children and their families.
• Maintain professional boundaries.
• Ensure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the children and families are respected at all times.
• Maintain appropriate and accurate written nursing records in accordance with professional guidelines.
• In conjunction with the parents ensure claim form is signed, dated and submitted at the end of each month.
• The Jack and Jill Liaison Nurse visit’s families on a regular basis to offer advise/support and is available to you should you have any queries or concerns.