Care and Wellness Manager

Allmed Healthcare Professionals; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Care and Wellness Manager for their frail care facility. The role requires a Registered Nurse with at least eight years of management and geriatric care experience. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and promoting quality resident care. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in a nursing management capacity.
• Additional three years previous experience in a geriatric care environment.
• Valid Practice Licence with the South African Nursing Council.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care and wellness operations in the frail care facility.
• Monitor and evaluate resident care outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory and legislative governance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Compassion

Knowledge of Geriatric Care

Education

Diploma or Degree in Nursing (Registered Nurse)

Tools

Office 365

Windows

Job description

Summary

Care and Wellness Manager

Position Info

Nursing Emergencies is looking for a care and wellness manager for a frail care facility.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing (Registered Nurse)
• Valid Practice Licence with the South African Nursing Council
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the Older Persons Act, Mental Health Act, Medicines and Substance Related Act, Labour Relations Act, and all other relevant statutory and legislative governance.
• Profound understanding of Geriatric Care
• Minimum five years’ experience in a nursing management capacity (Unit Manager level or higher)
• Additional three years previous experience in a geriatric care environment
• Computer Literate - Proficient in Office 365 and Windows.
• Valid driver’s licence
• Excellent leadership qualities, sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Compassion, empathy, people-driven and service-oriented management style.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to function well under pressure.
• Strong administration skills, organised, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of human resources and financial management in the geriatric environment
• Good English oral and written communication skills
• Conversant with monitoring and evaluating resident care outcomes.
• Must understand and promote cultural diversity.