Cath Lab Perioperative Nurse — Safe Surgical Care

Medi Clinic; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in South Africa seeks a qualified nurse to provide safe and comprehensive peri-operative care. The role involves collaboration with a multi-professional team and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must possess a Bachelors of Nursing or Diploma leading to registration, along with at least one year of theatre experience. Essential skills include infection control, pharmacology, and nursing record keeping. This is a permanent on-site position offered at Mediclinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing leading to registration.
• Desired Diploma in Operating Room Nursing / Certificate in Peri-operative Nursing Science.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an operating theatre environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, comprehensive peri-operative nursing care.
• Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Provide accurate records of nursing and surgical interventions.
• Create a learning environment for staff competence.
• Ensure accurate charging of utilised stock and equipment.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Pharmacology

Scientific nursing principles and process

Nursing record keeping

Patient assessment skills

Nursing processes and procedures

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Develop/ modify a nursing care plan

Relevant nursing legislation

Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training)

Risk identification

Education

Bachelors of Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing

Diploma in Operating Room Nursing

Certificate in Peri-operative Nursing Science

Job description

A healthcare facility in South Africa seeks a qualified nurse to provide safe and comprehensive peri-operative care. The role involves collaboration with a multi-professional team and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must possess a Bachelors of Nursing or Diploma leading to registration, along with at least one year of theatre experience. Essential skills include infection control, pharmacology, and nursing record keeping. This is a permanent on-site position offered at Mediclinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria, South Africa.