A vacancy exists for a Unit Manager based at Life Chatsmed Garden Hospital reporting to Shammimah Samuel, Nursing Manager. The successful candidate will manage and co-ordinate evidence-based clinical practices and resources efficiently by engaging and empowering staff within the unit to achieve the Company's strategic objectives of Growth, Efficiency, Quality, and Sustainability.
Critical OutputsEffective financial management – Cost-effective management of resources Delivery of cost-effective, quality nursingOptimal and efficient human resource utilization as per agreed budgetaryOptimal product utilization including pharmaceuticals and equipmentEffective clinical leadership to deliver quality care benchmarked against international standards for quality and safety Manage Patient Experience, Clinical Outcomes, and Safety (Patient and Employee)Manage Customer complaints and adverse events according to policy.Effective people management – retaining employees through leadership and empowerment Effective recruitment and promotion of staff aligned to performance and diversityRetain employees through leadership and empowerment and manage staffEffective visible leadership to grow the business Delivery of market-leading evidence-based clinical care.Effective relationship with internal and external stakeholders that enhances and optimizes businessRequirementsDiploma/Degree in Nursing with at least 3-5 years post-registration experience in Mental Health Nursing and proven leadership and/or people management experience within healthcare (including clinical competence in the area of specialization).Participative and collaborative management capacity to lead, foster and develop a healthy and positive working environment, which actively promotes a joint performance and value-based culture.Effective leadership skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution.Updated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, industrial relations, standards, codes, ethics, and competency.Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.Post Graduate Management/Education qualification experience will be an advantage.CompetenciesLeading by exampleAbility to set goals and standards for self and team and developing peopleProblem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiationVerbal & written communicationCritical Thinking, analysis, and judgement presentationOrganisational AwarenessDigital IQ and Computational ThinkingExcellence OrientationPersuading and InfluencingEngaging diversityBuilding relationships & networkingEthical behaviour (honesty)Email: ******
Closing date: Friday, October 11, 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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