Job Description

Location: Sandringham, Johannesburg
Position Type: Permanent

Purpose of the Job

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Provide holistic and quality nursing care to residents on a daily basis.

Role and Responsibilities

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Clinical Care

Accurate nursing documentation based on observation & assessment of the resident daily Nursing care plan completion and implementation thereof as per assessment needs of the resident Implement planned co-ordinated care by MDT Detailed assessment and treatment of ailments once reported, and referral thereafter as required Administration of medication Ensure instructions/orders given in doctor's rounds are implemented and documented Adhere to all nursing and general policy and procedures as per organisation and nursing department. Medical equipment accounted for and in working order

Clinical Risk

Utilise clinical judgement to refer and treat acutely ill/emergency residents Liaise and inform families when resident is unwell, non-compliant or of any significant concerns Facilitate admission to hospital as required Supervise junior staff and assess residents regularly for possible clinical risks Accurate recordkeeping and documentation of risks with photos etc. Ensure residents and communal areas are hygienic and safe Ensure infection control procedures are utilised at all times by all staff and use of PPEs

Staff Supervision/Teamwork

Accurate delegation of staff, according to scope of practice Orientation of new staff Report and handle complaints from residents/staff/family Ensure that junior staff adhere and comply with all documentation and care as per policies Facilitate cohesive teamwork that provides quality care Performance manage junior staff as required Handling and resolving complaints

Administration and Financial Efficiency

Check all ward stock and medical equipment No expired stock in ward Log and report all central facilities requests eg. Maintenance, transport as per policy

Qualifications and Education Requirements

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Diploma in Nursing Registered with SANC 3 years' nursing experience

Preferred Skills

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Organized Respectful Professionalism Flexibility Willingness to learn Ability to mentor and train junior staff Compassion and humility Reliable * Conflict management