Compassionate Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary - Medical Ward

Edengph; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Gardens Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, invites applications for an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary in Medical 2 Ward. The role supports daily nursing activities, maintains patient safety and contributes to professional standards in a private facility.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, assist with essential patient care, follow procedures and uphold confidentiality and compassion in a high-quality care environment.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary.
• Minimum of two years' experience as Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary in a medical ward within a private healthcare facility.
• Sound knowledge of nursing procedures, patient safety and infection prevention practices.
• Understanding of professional nursing responsibilities and patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) Scope of Practice.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures according to hospital policies, protocols and clinical standards.
• Carry out departmental duties as assigned by nursing supervisors.
• Apply infection prevention and control principles, including standard precautions.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, relatives, visitors and healthcare professionals.
• Attend nursing shift handovers and communicate relevant patient information.
• Refer patient queries and clinical concerns to the Sister-in-Charge.
• Maintain a therapeutic, clean and safe environment free from potential medico-legal hazards.
• Comply with applicable occupational health and safety legislation and hospital safety procedures.
• Identify and report potential or actual risks affecting patient and staff safety.
• Ensure effective stock control and responsible management of medical supplies.
• Use, clean and store medical equipment correctly according to hospital procedures.
• Report faulty equipment requiring repair or replacement to the Sister-in-Charge.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and uphold professional nursing ethics.
• Contribute to the delivery of quality patient care through effective teamwork and communication.

Skills

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Resilience

Decision Making

Logical Reasoning

Negotiation

Teamwork

Customer Excellence

Communication

Job description

Eden Gardens Private Hospital in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, invites applications for an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary in Medical 2 Ward. The role supports daily nursing activities, maintains patient safety and contributes to professional standards in a private facility.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, assist with essential patient care, follow procedures and uphold confidentiality and compassion in a high-quality care environment.