Minimum Requirements:Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered NursePost Basic Diploma in Operating Theatre Technique5 years Operational Experience in a Theatre UnitScrub experience in Cardiothoracic Neurosurgery and/or Ophthalmology will be advantageousPrevious experience in a management position will be advantageousKnowledge of the legislative and Occupational Health and Safety requirementsValid Driver's licence and ability to travelAfterhours availability – own transportWork flextimeExcellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skillsExcellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skillsThe skill to manage nursing standards and in-service trainingMaintain a professional image and characterBuild sound working relationships with multidisciplinary teamAccurate record keeping and the management of stockCommitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projectsExcellent MS Office computer skills, i.e.
Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.Knowledge of the Kronos SystemResponsibilities:Be operational as well as manage the administrative dutiesManage the Theatre DepartmentLiaise and communicate with SurgeonsManagement of staffEnsure adherence to policies and procedures at all timesManage staff according to the Basic Conditions of Employment and the Disciplinary Code, staff-planning and Recruitment and Selection of staffManage the day to day problem solving.Stock and equipment management including ordering of stock and equipmentAccurate billing of stock utilisedTraining and development of Theatre staffAfter hours cover as per a rosterConduct regular inspectionsMaintain infection control strategies and procedures of the hospitalMaintain health and safety principlesMaintain and apply the required disciplineEvaluation, intervention and resolution of patient complaints and queriesPrepare daily, weekly and monthly reportsManage ad hoc projects as and when required
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