Senior Professional Nurse (Theatre)

Mediclinic Paarl | Paarl | South AfricaClosing date: 02/01/2025Number of positions: 1Recruiter name: Tarryn RhamanReference number: 55954Workplace Type: On-sitePermanentMAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo ensure a safe, positive patient experience by supporting the unit manager in the co-ordination of patient care and management of the unit.KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASEnsure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and meeting set clinical quality standards.Manage the patient experience.Ensure optimal supply, retention and utilisation of staffing resources.Empower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development.Assist with the effective management of operational expenses (including stock and capital).REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION:Degree/ Diploma in General Nursing.DESIRED EDUCATION:Midwifery.Post graduate certificate/ diploma in specialty area.REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:3 years post qualification experience.DESIRED EXPERIENCE:None.REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEPharmacology.Nursing record keeping.Nursing processes and procedures.Computer literate (Microsoft Office).Relevant nursing legislation.Infection prevention and control.Scientific nursing principles and process.Audit patient records.Patient assessment skills.Develop/ modify a nursing care plan.Scope of practice for nurse practitioners.For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained.Risk identification.Analysing and interpretation skills.Basic life support trained.Mentorship.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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