Shift Leader – Registered Nurse Night Shift Leader – Registered Nurse Night

  • Full Time
  • Western Cape
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Website Faircape Group

The Faircape Group is an independent development and property management company with more than 30 years of success in the industry. We incorporate free standing homes, sectional title units, as well as mixed use residential and commercial buildings. The recent acquisition in joining the retirement … read moresector has seen the Group grow beyond expectation. We are a private company with core values to build, manage and maintain our developers. This positions us as one of the most successful property development and management companies in the Western Cape. Our aim is to strive to stay ahead of the market competitors, its approval to development, coupled with unparalleled flexibility. This has made our company an exciting and constantly evolving player in the Cape Town property market. 25 Protea Road, Claremont

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clear and effective leadership, and direction to the nursing team 
Oversee and manage staff performance to ensure high standards of care and professionalism are maintained.
Provide training and keep record of all completed training with staff
Develop and implement individualized care plans for each resident.
Conduct regular reviews and updates of care plans to reflect residents’ evolving health conditions.
Ensure care plans align with both medical and personal needs of residents.
Monitor staff compliance with care plans and established protocols.
Conduct high-risk assessments and accurately document essential information.
Uphold best practice methods and principles in all clinical tasks performed within the facility.
Ensure the safe and proper administration of medication by self and nursing staff, adhering to established medication management procedures.
Ensure medication is appropriately stored, and blister packs are managed according to procedures.
When required implement and maintain infection control protocols
Manage the stock including the need to amend par levels or restock items in the supply cupboard.
Follow established policies in the event of emergencies, including calling Emergency Services as needed for the Healthcare Facility or Village.
Act according to patients’ living wills or advanced directives during emergencies or resuscitation efforts.
Ensure the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and families are promptly informed of any incidents or resident deaths.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.

Experience and Knowledge:

Proven experience as a Shift Leader / Unit Manager 
Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
Proficiency in organizing and delivering training sessions for staff development.
Experience in scheduling and managing staff shifts.

Skills and Attributes:

Clinical Expertise: Strong clinical skills and experience in nursing practice, including assessments, treatments, and patient care.
Leadership skills: Ability to lead a team of nurses and healthcare staff effectively, ensuring smooth operations during shifts.
Excellent communication skills to interact 
Problem-Solving: Capability to make critical decisions, solve complex problems, and handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing circumstances and adapt quickly to new protocols or procedures.
Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment, working closely with other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Ability to effectively manage a nursing unit’s daily operations.
Skilled in addressing and correcting staff behaviour or performance issues.
Time Management: Efficiently manage time and resources during shifts to prioritise patient care and operational tasks.

Specific Requirements:

Clear health record.
Clear criminal record.
Clear credit record.
Contactable references.

Working Hours:

Normal working days are Monday to Sunday.
You will be required to work 16.25 shifts per month.
Day shifts are from 19h00 – 07h00

Faircape Benefits:

Quarterly performance bonuses
Minimum of 2 Sundays per month and public holiday pay will be offered in addition to your cost-to-company package.
Long service leave 
Discount on our internet (ISP) packages 

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