Professional Nurse - Medical Icu

Wits Donald Gordon Med Centre | Parktown, Johannesburg | South AfricaClosing date: 17/12/2024Number of positions: 1Recruiter name: Masego Patricia KataneReference number: 50063Workplace Type: On-siteFixed TermMAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice.KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDeliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing.DESIRED EDUCATION: Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in Critical Care.REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years experience.DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit.REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEInfection prevention and control.Pharmacology.Scientific nursing principles and process.Nursing record keeping.Patient assessment skills.Nursing processes and procedures.Computer literate (Microsoft Office).Develop/modify a nursing care plan.Relevant nursing legislation.Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards).Risk identification.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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