A vacancy exists for Registered Nurse (Midwife Qualified), based at Life Flora Hospital, reporting to Caroline Boskovic, Maternity Unit Manager. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing holistic patient care and fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders in line with Company & Hospital strategic objectives.
Critical OutputsPatient Care – Determine and administer patient's needs, listen to complaints, record vital data, and receive and give reports from/to other shifts. Administer medication and observe reactions, special diets, and implement treatment plans. Co-ordinate nursing services with that of the multi-disciplinary team.Health Education – Participate in education/learning programmes for patients, families, communities, and staff.Administration – Maintain accurate patient information by recording and reporting all abnormalities, referrals, all interventions carried out, incidents, movements, and patient belongings.Material and Resource Supervision – Stock control, billing of all stock, and maintaining safety and storage of equipment.Allocate and delegate staff according to job requirements, orientate new employees, manage staff schedules, and manage joint performance of subordinates.Comply with ISO requirements to facilitate infection control.Conduct effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.RequirementsRelevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing.Diploma in Midwifery; Advanced Midwifery would be an added advantage.Registration with SANC.Nursing experience in Maternity Ward (Labour, Post-natal, and Nursery).Must be willing to fulfill the role of midwife in the Unit, according to the flexi hour system (day and night duty), standby hours, according to the needs of the Unit.Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges, and role players.Computer proficiency.Must be able to work under pressure in a continuously changing environment.Driver's license and ability to travel.CompetenciesProblem-solving, analysis, and judgement.Resilience.Engaging diversity.Verbal & written communication and presentation.Influencing.Drive & energy.Excellence orientation.Building relationships.Customer responsiveness.Organisational awareness.Ethical behaviour.Email: ****** Closing date: Thursday, September 5, 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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