Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION
To Provides age-appropriate patient care according to the nursing scope of practice as defined by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Must be able to practice within your scope of practice as an Enrolled Nursing Assistant
• Must be compliant with the Hospitals Policies and Regulations
• Must be efficient in preparation of a theatre according to theatre standards
• Must be efficient in circulating and have a knowledge of anaesthetic practices in an operating theatre
• Must remain competent in the hospital environmental and infection control practices
• Provision of quality patient care throughout the peri-operative journey
• Equipment verification, care and storage within the theatre complex
• Accurately complete all relevant nursing documentation

COMPETENCIES (The following will be advantageous)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
(Educational Qualifications & Experience)

• Matric is essential.

• Must be registered with SANC as an Enrolled Nurse Assistant.

• Preferably have two or more years of experience as an Enrolled Nursing Assistant in Theatre.

Must be prepared to work long hours and flexibility is required.
SKILLS
(Practical & Technical)

• Must have excellent telephone skills.

• Must possess excellent inter-personal skills.

• Must be able to work independently under minimum supervision.

• Excellent observation skills.

• Must be computer literate

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES
(Personality Characteristics)

• Professionalism and initiative

• Well-spoken and respectful

• Must be able to adhere to all company rules and policies.

JMH VALUES
(Commitment)

• We respect the dignity of an individual.

• We are committed to giving our doctors top quality service.

• We are committed to building an atmosphere of trust, and to train and develop our staff to their fullest potential.

• We are committed to providing our shareholders with a fair rate of return on their investment.

• We will act in a responsible manner towards our physical and social environment.

Skills Required