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