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My Client is an Independent NPO Health Care Facility for the Aged and Children in Cape Town, committed to providing quality, value driven, holistic health care to all its patients.

The following position has become available: NURSING SERVICES MANAGER

My Client Offers the following:

• Salary: Highly competitive Market Related Salary - Negotiable
• Additional benefits will be discussed in the interview.

Requirements:

• Formal Nursing qualification
• Proof of registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse and a post basic qualification
• Minimum five years' experience in a nursing management capacity (Unit Manager level or higher).
• Ability to demonstrate technical proficiency and the ability to comprehend its impact on work/unit responsibilities.
• Excellent leadership qualities, sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to function well under pressure.
• Knowledge of human resources, financial management and of the Private Hospital / Aged Facility or childcare environment will be advantageous.
• NB !! Candidates applying for this role should have their own transport and reside in the Cape Town area or be willing to relocate.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set policy, protocols, guidelines, procedures and ensure adherence to SANC professional standards.
• Remain current on professional rules and regulations.
• Promote clinical governance and service improvements through the analysis of complaints, adverse events and other change drivers.
• Provide visible and accessible leadership creating a climate where individuals understand their roles and responsibilities and people are empowered to be effective in their role.
• Responsible for maintaining standards of cleanliness.
• Monitor and manage risk, investigate and act on complaints.
• Promote standards and behaviours/approaches so that all concerns raised are dealt with appropriately and timeously.
• Ensure that staff maintain accurate and contemporaneous records.
• Ensure appropriate care via individualised care plans.
• Form positive relationships with all stakeholders including Management , Doctors , Patients, Residents and other stakeholders of the facility.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety policy.
• Report any safety risks promptly.
• Responsible for developing staff and maintaining facility and clinical standards within departments.
• Oversee the allocation of staff and their duties appropriately.
• Ensure appropriate infection control protocols are in place.

• Please note that only candidates that meet the above criteria and are shortlisted for interview will be contacted back.

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