Surgery Nurse KRA/KPI

Key Responsibility Areas (KRA) & Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for Surgery Nurse Job Description

1. Patient Care and Monitoring

KRA: Ensuring high-quality patient care and continuous monitoring during surgical procedures.

Short Description: Maintaining patient safety and well-being during surgeries.

• 1. Percentage of successful patient outcomes
• 2. Adherence to surgical safety protocols
• 3. Patient satisfaction scores
• 4. Timely response to patient needs

2. Surgical Instrument Management

KRA: Proper handling and maintenance of surgical instruments to ensure efficiency in the operating room.

Short Description: Managing surgical tools and equipment effectively.

• 1. Instrument sterilization compliance rate
• 2. Availability of required instruments during surgeries
• 3. Inventory control for surgical instruments
• 4. Reduction in instrument-related errors

3. Team Collaboration

KRA: Collaborating with the surgical team to ensure smooth workflow and effective communication.

Short Description: Working harmoniously with the surgical team for optimal patient care.

• 1. Team satisfaction and feedback
• 2. Communication effectiveness in the operating room
• 3. Participation in team training and development
• 4. Contribution to team performance improvement

4. Postoperative Care

KRA: Providing postoperative care and monitoring patient recovery progress.

Short Description: Ensuring proper recovery and follow-up care for surgical patients.

• 1. Patient recovery time and outcomes
• 2. Postoperative complication rate
• 3. Compliance with postoperative care instructions
• 4. Patient satisfaction with postoperative care

5. Emergency Response

KRA: Being prepared to respond to emergency situations during surgeries.

Short Description: Handling emergencies effectively in the surgical setting.

• 1. Timely response to emergency situations
• 2. Adherence to emergency response protocols
• 3. Patient survival rates in emergency cases
• 4. Continued training in emergency procedures

6. Compliance with Regulations

KRA: Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in surgical nursing practices.

Short Description: Upholding legal and ethical standards in surgical nursing.

• 1. Compliance with surgical nursing guidelines
• 2. Adherence to infection control protocols
• 3. Documentation accuracy and completeness
• 4. Participation in regulatory audits and inspections

7. Continuous Education and Training

KRA: Engaging in continuous education and training to enhance surgical nursing skills and knowledge.

Short Description: Commitment to professional development in surgical nursing.

• 1. Participation in relevant training programs
• 2. Acquisition of new surgical techniques and skills
• 3. Certification and credential attainment
• 4. Application of new learning in surgical practice

8. Quality Improvement Initiatives

KRA: Contributing to quality improvement initiatives in the surgical department.

Short Description: Enhancing the quality of care and services provided in surgery.

• 1. Participation in quality improvement projects
• 2. Implementation of best practices in surgical care
• 3. Patient satisfaction with surgical services
• 4. Reduction in surgical complications and errors

9. Technology Utilization

KRA: Utilizing technology effectively to improve efficiency and accuracy in surgical nursing tasks.

Short Description: Incorporating technology advancements in surgical nursing practice.

• 1. Proficiency in using surgical technology
• 2. Integration of technology for patient care enhancement
• 3. Adoption of electronic health records for documentation
• 4. Continued learning and adaptation to new technologies

10. Patient Advocacy

KRA: Advocating for patients’ rights, preferences, and well-being throughout the surgical process.

Short Description: Being a voice for patients in the surgical care journey.

• 1. Patient satisfaction with the level of advocacy
• 2. Resolution of patient concerns and complaints
• 3. Collaboration with patient families for support
• 4. Adherence to ethical patient care practices