MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION:  Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area 


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:  None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: : 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Infection prevention and control
Pharmacology
Scientific nursing principles and process
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Relevant nursing legislation
Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Risk identification more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


The Senior Professional Nurse supports the Unit Manager in ensuring a safe and positive client experience by mitigating clinical risks and co-ordinating care delivery. They further provide direct patient care, as well as mentorship to new and student nurses in the unit.


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Ensure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and... meeting set clinical quality standards
Manage the client experience
Ensure optimal supply, retention, and utilisation of staffing resources
Empower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development
Assist with the effective management of operational expenses (including stock and capital)


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION


Professional Nurse qualification and
Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing if managing a specialist unit (e.g. Perioperative Nursing)


DESIRED EDUCATION


N/A


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:


3 years Professional Nurse experience in a hospital
1 year mentor experience


DESIRED EXPERIENCE:


N/A


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Pharmacology
Nursing record keeping
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Relevant nursing legislation
Infection prevention and control
Scientific nursing principles and process
Audit patient records
Patient assessment skills
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Scope of practice for nurse practitioners
For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained;
Risk identification
Analysing and interpretation skills
Basic life support trained
Mentorship more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


This developmental opportunity is a structured opportunity to incorporate academic, professional, and personal skill development. It enables the intern to integrate knowledge gained through their classroom learning with the competencies made available through actual experience in a professional work setting.


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Requirements of the TVET... work integrated learning programme (specific to qualification)
Personal effectiveness
Ensure continuous learning in areas of study and develop/ maintain professional standards in adherence to organisational values.
Maintain stakeholder relations and client service


REQUIRED EDUCATION


Relevant Tertiary qualification(s) at N6 level obtained from an accredited TVET institution in the following fields: Marketing, Finance, HR, Management Assistant and Secretarial 


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


No previous experience required


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)
English written and verbal proficiency
Understanding and application of telephone etiquette more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Patient Safety:


To establish, improve and sustain the Patient Safety behaviour, outcomes and culture in the hospital.
This starts with the identification, reporting and analysis of clinical patient harm events and the use of these findings alongside hospital clinical outcomes and divisional Patient Safety priorities to plan, facilitate and execute improvement work.... It includes supporting and capacitating of clinical colleagues to use approved Patient Safety and Quality Improvement methods within daily clinical work to effect Continuous Improvement and better patient outcomes.
Finally, the role monitors whole-system performance by tracking and mitigating risks to clinical Patient Safety and Regulatory compliance through quality control, audit and assurance activities.


Infection Prevention and Control:


To ensure the implementation and maintenance of a functional Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) programme at hospital level to prevent and control infections  and provide a safe environment for patients, healthcare workers and the broader community.
To perform surveillance, risk identification, investigation, classification and analysis to enable targeted interventions and trend monitoring to reduce healthcare associated infections and transmission. To ensure that all healthcare associated infections are classified according to surveillance definitions and reported in order to manage risks. To assess practice based on evidence based guidelines, provide outcomes, recommendations and support for intervention and improvement. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. To support and develop IPC knowledge and application and adherence to IPC principles in all aspects of healthcare delivery.    


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

PATIENT SAFETY (50%)


Identify, report and investigate Patient Safety using systems analysis methodology.
To lead the MCSA Patient Safety culture at the hospital through Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and awareness of patient safety risks and mitigation methods.
Identify training needs in the hospital to enable and build a Patient Safety and Quality Improvement culture
Manage and oversee clinical audits and accreditations and ensure compliance with Statutory and Regulatory requirements including Medico-Legal investigations.


INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (50%)


Identify, mitigate and manage risks related to Infection Prevention and Control
Investigate, analyse and interpret clinical data and act upon findings
Manage and oversee IPC audits and ensure compliance with Statutory and Regulatory requirements
Identify training needs in the hospital and provide input in the development of training material
Manage key stakeholder relations


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION


Nursing qualification (degree or diploma)


DESIRED EDUCATION


Formal Infection Prevention Control short course
Postgraduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

DESIRED EXPERIENCE


1 - 2 years Patient Safety or Quality Improvement  related work, supervision of a small team
1 – 2 years IPC related work, supervision of a small team


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION


Nursing qualification (degree or diploma)


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Demonstrates sound knowledge in the utilisation of systems related to risk management, e.g. Safety event management system.
Demonstrates proficiency in the system analysis and analytical thinking to identify factors contributing to patient harm and of healthcare-associated infections and institute preventative measures
Proficient in facilitating team sessions in an inclusive, non-punitive manner to understand system contributing factors to Patient Safety events using appropriate tools such as systems analysis or driver diagrams.
Demonstrates proficiency in the conducting of audits to ensure compliance and closing of gaps following audits (eg. compliance to hand hygiene and environmental cleaning audits)
Demonstrates basic knowledge and application of all relevant legislative requirements and accreditation standards
IPC surveillance and risk identification
Identification, investigation, management of outbreaks
Understanding and application of relevant IPC principles
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of Quality Improvement initiatives and the implementation thereof based on the Model of Improvement and principles of QI science
Demonstrates proficiency in the writing of reports and feedback.
Demonstrates basic computer skills (e.g. MS Office package)
Demonstrate sound knowledge of enabling a Patient Safety culture and the models the behavior of a �Just culture�
Interpretation and application of the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) definitions
Demonstrates competence in the classification of adverse events.
Demonstrates proficiency in analysing and interpreting data, understanding variation and using data for Quality Improvement rather than judgement more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To ensure a safe, positive patient experience by supporting the unit manager in the co-ordination of patient care and management of the unit


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Ensure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and meeting set clinical quality standards
Manage the patient experience
Ensure optimal supply, retention and utilisation of... staffing resources
Empower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development
Assist with the effective management of operational expenses (including stock and capital)


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:


Degree/ Diploma in General Nursing


DESIRED EDUCATION:


Midwifery
Post graduate certificate/ diploma in speciality  area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:


3 years post qualification experience


DESIRED EXPERIENCE:


None


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Pharmacology
Nursing record keeping
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Relevant nursing legislation
Infection prevention and control
Scientific nursing principles and process
Audit patient records
Patient assessment skills
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Scope of practice for nurse practitioners
For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained;
Risk identification
Analysing and interpretation skills
Basic life support trained
Mentorship more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To plan and facilitate identified learning and development interventions to ensure competency of all nursing staff.


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Develop the competence of all nursing staff
Ensure the correct application of nursing procedures and policies
Identify training needs to guide the development of appropriate clinical training interventions
Promote a... culture of continuous professional development


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION


Diploma or Degree in Nursing


DESIRED EDUCATION


Post-graduate Diploma in Nursing Education; Unit Specialty certificate or diploma where appropriate (e.g. Emergency Centre / Operating Theatre / Cricital Care Unit)


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE


2 years’ Clinical experience as a professional nurse


DESIRED EXPERIENCE


1-2 years’ experience as a peer mentor; 1-2 years’ experience as a Workplace assessor


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Continuous improvement methodologies
Facilitation skills
Assessment skills
Relevant legislation
Infection prevention and control
Computer literacy (MS Office package)
Nursing processes and procedures
Clinical risk management more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To optimise revenue by ensuring that an accurate account is generated for each patient and the patient file contains all the relevant supporting documentation.


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Accurate and timeous billing of all charted items used during the patient's stay
Complete all patient files and ensure these contain all documents as well as a final billed... account
Utilise and control applicable reports to ensure prompt finalisation and rendering of accounts
Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication with other departments


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 12
DESIRED EDUCATION: None


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Previous experience as an Accounts Controller; Experience in a healthcare environment


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Debtors and creditors (invoicing; reconciliation etc.)
Anatomy (extremities) and medical terminology
Application and implications of tariff agreements of medical aids (e.g. CPP)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Patient administration policies; procedures and systems (e.g. AS400)
Working application of billing protocols; government gazette; final billing; render and EDI as well as DRG processes more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, basic nursing care according to Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver basic nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
Contribute to a positive patient experience by assisting in the creation of a therapeutic environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charted


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: 


Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent)


DESIRED EDUCATION:


Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for specific speciality  areas


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:


None


DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 


1 year post qualification experience


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Infection prevention and control
Basic Life Support
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Regulations regarding the Scope of Practice for Nurses and Midwives
Relevant nursing legislation
Scientific nursing process
Risk identification
Nursing procedures
Patient observation skills more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To function as a scrub practitioner, circulator and anaesthetic assistant under indirect supervision of a professional nurse. To provide assistance in the recovery room under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Continuously deliver safe quality patient care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team in accordance with... the set theatre standards
Ensure effective peri-operative preparation for an allocated theatre list
Adhere to infection prevention and control principles in order to mitigate clinical risks
Ensure optimal utilization of equipment and pharmaceutical stock to minimize financial risks


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Operating Department Assistance Diploma
DESIRED EDUCATION: None


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Theatre environment and operations
Aseptic technique
Infection prevention and control
Instrument management techniques
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Record keeping
Risk identification more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To ensure a safe, positive patient experience by supporting the unit manager in the co-ordination of patient care and management of the unit


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Ensure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and meeting set clinical quality standards
Manage the patient experience
Ensure optimal supply, retention and utilisation of... staffing resources
Empower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development
Assist with the effective management of operational expenses (including stock and capital)


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:


Degree/ Diploma in General Nursing


DESIRED EDUCATION:


Midwifery
Post graduate certificate/ diploma in speciality  area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:


3 years post qualification experience


DESIRED EXPERIENCE:


None


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Pharmacology
Nursing record keeping
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Relevant nursing legislation
Infection prevention and control
Scientific nursing principles and process
Audit patient records
Patient assessment skills
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Scope of practice for nurse practitioners
For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained;
Risk identification more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None 
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Infection prevention and control
Nursing processes and procedures
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Pharmacology
Relevant nursing legislation
Risk identification
Scientific nursing principles and process more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team
Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and... comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION:  Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area 


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:  None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: : 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Infection prevention and control
Pharmacology
Scientific nursing principles and process
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Relevant nursing legislation
Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Risk identification more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To deliver safe, quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
Provide accurate and comprehensive records... of all nursing interventions
Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Enrolled Nurse Certificate
DESIRED EDUCATION: For specialised wards, CPD courses in specific speciality area 


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year post qualification experience
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1+ years post qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Basic life support trained
Infection prevention and control
Pharmacology
Scientific nursing principles and process
Patient assessment skills
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Relevant nursing legislation
Nursing care plan skills
Risk identification more

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To lead a quality and safe patient care experience that meets the set clinical standards through the optimal management of human and organisational resources within a structured unit.


REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:  


3 or 4-year Diploma or 4 year Degree in Nursing; Postgraduate qualification in critical care
Post graduate qualification in Nursing... Management or relevant qualification essential


DESIRED EDUCATION:


Nursing education qualification


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


Ensure safe patient care by meeting set clinical quality standards according to company policies and procedures
Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit
Lead and manage the staff in the unit
Manage the unit's operational and capital expenses according to financial and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources
Manage and actively contribute to a positive patient experience in the hospital
Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes
Manage key stakeholder relations


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:  


At least 5 years professional nursing experience in a hospital; 2-3 years leadership experience in a hospital


DESIRED EXPERIENCE:  


Infection Prevention and Control; Clinical Facilitation


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Auditing and accreditation processes
Clinical risk management
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
Financial management
Healthcare industry
Human resource processes including employee relations
Infection prevention and control
Management of staff productivity
Nursing functional knowledge
Patient complaint management
Relevant nursing legislation more