MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB<\/p>\n
\tThe Senior Professional Nurse supports the Unit Manager in ensuring a safe and positive client experience by mitigating clinical risks and co-ordinating care delivery. They further provide direct patient care, as well as mentorship to new and student nurses in the unit.<\/p>\n
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS<\/p>\n
\tEnsure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and meeting set clinical quality standards
\n\tManage the client experience
\n\tEnsure optimal supply, retention, and utilisation of staffing resources
\n\tEmpower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development
\n\tAssist with the effective management of operational expenses (including stock and capital)<\/p>\n
REQUIRED EDUCATION
\nESSENTIAL EDUCATION<\/p>\n
\tProfessional Nurse qualification and
\n\tPostgraduate Diploma in Nursing if managing a specialist unit (e.g. Perioperative Nursing)<\/p>\n
DESIRED EDUCATION<\/p>\n
\tN\/A<\/p>\n
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:<\/p>\n
\t3 years Professional Nurse experience in a hospital
\n\t1 year mentor experience<\/p>\n
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:<\/p>\n
\tN\/A<\/p>\n
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE<\/p>\n
\tPharmacology
\n\tNursing record keeping
\n\tNursing processes and procedures
\n\tComputer literate (Microsoft Office)
\n\tRelevant nursing legislation
\n\tInfection prevention and control
\n\tScientific nursing principles and process
\n\tAudit patient records
\n\tPatient assessment skills
\n\tDevelop\/ modify a nursing care plan
\n\tScope of practice for nurse practitioners
\n\tFor specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained;
\n\tRisk identification
\n\tAnalysing and interpretation skills
\n\tBasic life support trained
\n\tMentorship<\/p>\n
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Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.mediclinic.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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