Deputy Nursing Manager - Theatre

Mediclinic Limpopo | Polokwane | South Africa Closing date: 15/10/2024 Number of positions: 1 Recruiter name: Prudence Nosicelo Magawu Reference number: 52706 Workplace Type: On-site Permanent MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To support the Nursing Manager in leading and coordinating safe, quality patient care. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS Support the Nursing Manager to achieve quality patient care in line with the hospital operational goals and objectives. Manage patient risks to achieve patient safety in line with specified clinical outcomes. Ensure a positive patient experience in line with corporate benchmarks. Ensure optimal utilisation of a competent and engaged workforce and other resources in line with the relevant company guidelines. Lead and manage direct reports. Establish and manage key stakeholder relationships to achieve integrated patient care and positive clinical outcomes. REQUIRED EDUCATION ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree/diploma in nursing, Appropriate leadership/management qualification. DESIRED EDUCATION: Discipline-specific qualification. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 5 years experience in a supervisory position, e.g. Unit Manager. DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 – 3 years experience in a supervisory position within a specialised unit. REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Infection prevention and control. Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies. Productivity management in nursing. Clinical risk management. Healthcare industry. Computer literate (Microsoft Office). Financial management. Nursing functional knowledge. Relevant nursing legislation. Knowledge and experience in auditing and accreditation processes. Patient complaint management. Human resource processes including employee relations. All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
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