A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse (Midwife Qualified), at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital, reporting to the Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic patient care and contribute to collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders in line with company & hospital strategic objectives.
Function Nursing Facility Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital Position Registered Nurse (Midwife Qualified) Introduction A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse (Midwife Qualified), at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital, reporting to the Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic patient care and contribute to collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders in line with company & hospital strategic objectives.
Critical Outputs Comprehensive perinatal care to antenatal and postnatal patients and babies, and the management of patients in labour.
Strict adherence to Mother and Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Policies and Procedures as to support and promote breastfeeding.
Effective cost management for staff and stock by:
Flexibility in working hours based on activity and acuity in the unit.Optimising stock management by ensuring stock is charged accurately and timeously and expiry dates are monitored and communicated.Providing quality patient care by:
Ensuring patient documentation is medico-legally defensible and comprehensive.Providing accurate, appropriate and adequate health education to patients and family members during hospitalization and in preparation for dischargeEnsuring gentle principles are employed in managing the patients' experience in the maternity Unit.Monitoring and implementing preventative measures to minimize riskConducting effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Identifying private midwives'/doctors preferences and stakeholder's needs and the implementation thereof in the working environment. Requirements Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing with MidwiferyESMOE trainedRecent nursing experience in maternityCurrent registration with the relevant professional or regulatory bodyUnderstanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantageComputer proficiencyMust be able to work under pressure in a continuously changing environment Competencies Problem-solving, analysis and judgementResilienceEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication and presentationInfluencingDrive & energyExcellence orientationEthical behaviorBuilding relationshipsCustomer responsivenessOrganisational awarenessKnowledgeable in BetterOBS and ESMOE Email ****** Closing date Thursday, August 29, 2024
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.
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