Theatre Nurse

A Hospital in the Garden Route is looking for a Theatre Nurse. This is a Permanent Position. Main Purpose of Job. To 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 AREAS Ensure 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) ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree/ Diploma in General Nursing DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery Post graduate certificate/ diploma in speciality area Minimum Experience 3 years post qualification experience REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Pharmacology 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 Closing date: 29/10/2024