A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse (Theatre) Qualified, based at Life The Glynnwood Hospital, reporting to Marilyn De Meyer, Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives.
Critical OutputsEnsuring effective financial management by:
Ensuring accurate charging by managing theatre clocking timeEnsuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthesis is charged according to policyManaging stock by participating in regular stock taking and controlling of the consignment stock in accordance with the hospital (local) policyAffecting the functioning of theatre equipment and instrumentation by:
Ensuring the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation by educating and supervising staff on the correct utilization of the equipmentProviding Quality patient care by:
Obtaining the correct information pre-operatively and visiting the patient post-operativelyEnsuring that the patient is comfortable and assist the doctor during the surgical procedureEnsuring effective people management by:
Providing theatre specific training and assessing the competence of staffAssist the Unit Manager to correctly monitor the normal and overtime hoursEnsure the theatre team works according to the scope of practiceGive feedback to the unit manager in order to assess optimal performanceEffective SHEQ management by:
Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirementsEnsuring the disposal of medical waste in order to effectively control infectionEffective relationships with internal/external stakeholders by:
Attend review and consultative form meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholdersMaintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit managerRequirementsGeneral Nursing Degree / DiplomaQualification in Operating Theatre NursingMust be multi-skilled in all disciplines but stipulate your specialty e.g. Orthopedic, Vascular, General surgery, Urology. Cardiac and Neuro would be recommended.Registration with SANCRelevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputsUnderstanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantageComputer proficiency would be an advantage.Flexible working hours and calls weekly and monthly.CompetenciesProblem-solving, analysis and judgementResilienceEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication and presentationInfluencingDrive & energyExcellence orientationBuilding relationshipsCustomer responsivenessOrganizational awarenessLeading by example (Key for Managers)Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)Ethical behaviourEmail: ****** Closing date: Thursday, October 10, 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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