Job Description

Perform nursing duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards



Adhere to the principles and standards of patient advocacy according to the SANC acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, patient rights and Responsibility charter, National Millennium Development goals and the responsibility of continuous professional development (CPD)



Supervise, organize, lead and control work for self and team to ensure efficient completion of tasks



Actively participate in internal and external auditing processes, for example DOH, National core standards, SHERQ, SANC and Risk Audit



Document patient care services by accurately charting inpatient and department records including updating care plans as patient needs changes



Monitor activities of nurses to ensure compliance with protocols, security and safety of patient environment, Group Nursing policies and procedures, SANC requirements on findings through regular unit round



Participate actively during a resuscitation where necessary



Build mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders



Utilize supplies and equipment in an economical manner reducing wastage whilst maintaining overall control



Carry out basic assessment of patient vital signs, intake and output and accurately monitor and record data relating to patient condition



Escalate any issues to Unit Manager



Nursing degree/Diploma



Qualification in Critical Nursing Science essential



Current registration with South African Nursing Council



BLS qualification. Updated ACLS PALS, ATLS advantageous



Post registration experience preferred



Previous experience in a private hospital environment advantageous.



Computer Literacy



Between 1 - 3 Years