Clinical Nurse (R / N) - PB Qualified (6 Months)
Remotetype: On-site
Locations: Netcare Pretoria East Hospital
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago
Job requisition id: JR
Netcare invites you to join our dynamic Healthcare Team of "People Caring for People"!
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Anaesthetic and Recovery
Department
General Theatre
Reports to
Theatre Unit Manager
Position Type
Full-Time
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse – Anaesthetic and Recovery is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in both the anaesthetic and post-anaesthetic recovery phases. This role requires advanced clinical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, and other perioperative staff to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Anaesthetic Nursing Duties
- Prepare and check anaesthetic equipment and emergency resuscitation equipment.
- Assist the anaesthetist during induction, maintenance, and emergence from anaesthesia.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs and airway during procedures.
- Maintain accurate documentation and assist in managing the anaesthetic record.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort prior to, during, and after the administration of anaesthesia.
- Provide emotional support and education to patients undergoing surgery.
- Recovery Room Nursing Duties
- Provide immediate post-operative care and monitoring in the Recovery Room
- Assess and manage patients' airway, pain, nausea, and overall condition post-surgery.
- Respond to post-operative complications and initiate emergency protocols when necessary.
- Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anaesthetist, and ward staff.
- Provide discharge education to patients and / or family members if applicable.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
- Current Registration with SANC
- Minimum of 1–2 years' experience in perioperative nursing, including anaesthetics and / or recovery.
- BLS / ALS certification (Basic / Advanced Life Support).
- Sound knowledge of anaesthetic and emergency procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing or Anaesthetics / Recovery Nursing.
- Experience with a wide range of surgical specialties.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems.
Work Conditions
- Fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
- Rotating shifts including early, late, and on‑call as required.
- Frequent standing and manual handling.
Key Attributes
- Compassionate and patient focused.
- Team‑oriented with a collaborative approach.
Benefits and Growth
- Meaningful careers that connect people with purpose.
- Competitive remuneration and benefits benchmarked against market trends.
- High-performance, values‑driven organisational culture that values diversity.
- World‑class technology with high standards of health and safety.
Recruitment Process
- Should you be shortlisted for the position, you will be contacted by the relevant HR Department to arrange an interview.
- Our selection process may further include employee risk assessments which includes employment references, credit, criminal and qualification checks.
- Should your application be successful, our human resources department will provide you with a formal letter of appointment and will contact you with information to facilitate your onboarding process.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.