Requirements: Degree / Diploma in NursingPost-graduate degree in nursing managementCurrent registration with South African Nursing Council5-10 years relevant clinical experience and knowledge of the critical outputs within a medium or large hospital5-10 years proven leadership and management experience within a medium or large healthcare facility (ideally private healthcare)Basic understanding of labour legislation.Understanding of business principles and a commercial orientationComputer proficiency (MS office)Valid drivers licenseA vacancy exists for a Senior Nurse Manager , reporting to the Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, leading and coordinating the nursing function within the hospital in line with hospital and company strategic objectives of growth, quality and people.Effective operational management of clinical outcomesEnsure optimal functioning of nursing operations by establishing clinical care risks with Unit Managers, developing and implementing nursing care strategy and regular progress reviews with multi-disciplinary team including driving compliance to LHC clinical standardsDrive compliance and improvement of LHC & nursing quality metrics and quality accreditation systems to ensure reduction of risks and as safe patient environmentLead, drive and participate in various LHC & Nursing quality initiatives and BOPsEffective financial managementPlan, prepare and monitor budget monthly, manage, together with relevant stakeholders, labour spend in line with budget, patient requirements and actual activities, RSRT environment and ensure continued focus on internal DSOEffective people managementParticipate actively in Hospital management committee meetings.Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.Effective building of relationships with internal/external stakeholdersEnsure productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders by participating in various forums, cross-functional activities and by identifying networking opportunities.Effective marketingMarket the professional image of Nursing and the Hospital within the community, participate actively in marketing initiatives and promote nursing as a career.Drive formal nurse training and CPD to address critical shortage and competence.Governance and risk managementEnsure optimal management of departmental governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparencies and controls
