A vacancy exists for a Unit Manager ICU Qualified based at Life Wilgeheuwel reporting to the 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 nursing care.Optimal and efficient human resource utilization as per agreed budgetary parameters.Optimal product utilization including pharmaceuticals, equipment, and sundries.Effective clinical leadership to deliver quality care benchmarked against international standards for quality and safety:
Manage Patient Experience, Clinical Outcomes, and Safety (Patient and Employee) outcomes.Manage Customer complaints and adverse events according to policy.Effective people management – retaining employees through leadership and empowerment (including internal and external stakeholder - relationship):
Effective recruitment and promotion of staff aligned to performance and diversity strategy.Retain employees through leadership and empowerment and manage staff turnover.Effective visible leadership to grow the business:
Delivery of market-leading evidenced-based clinical care.Effective relationship with internal and external stakeholders that enhances and optimizes business growth.RequirementsDiploma/Degree in Nursing with at least 3 years post-registration experience and proven leadership and/or people management experience within healthcare (including clinical competence in the area of specialization).Postgraduate diploma/degree in Critical Care compulsory.Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).Participative and collaborative management style. 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, and negotiation.Updated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, industrial relations, standards, codes, ethics, and competency standards.Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.Post Graduate Management / Education qualification experience will be an advantage.CompetenciesLeading by example: Ability to set goals and standards for self and team.Problem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation.Verbal & written communication.Critical Thinking, analysis, and judgement.Organisational Awareness.Digital IQ and Computational Thinking.Excellence Orientation.Persuading and Influencing.Building relationships & networking.Email: ****** Closing date: Friday, November 29, 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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