Cssd Supervisor

Netcare Ltd.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking a CSSD Supervisor/Clinical Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient care management. The role entails assessing, planning, and implementing individualized nursing care within a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates must be registered professional nurses with postgraduate qualifications. The organization offers competitive remuneration, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Professional Nurse registered with the relevant council.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Operating Theatre Science.
• Experience in Theatre and CSSD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate individualised patient care as part of a multidisciplinary health team.
• Assess and implement advanced nursing care as per standards.
• Communicate effectively with families and health professionals.

Skills

Registered as a Professional Nurse

Postgraduate Qualification in Operating Theatre Science

Experience in Theatre and CSSD environment

Thorough knowledge of nursing theory

Extensive knowledge of intensive care nursing

Education

Professional Nurse Registration with South African Nursing Council

Job description

Location: Netcare Linmed Hospital – Full Time.

Role Summary

The CSSD Supervisor/Clinical Nurse (R/N) – PB Qualified (12 Months) is a professional who remains responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of individualised, holistic and person‑centred nursing care of a patient, their families or the community, either performed directly or indirectly. The incumbent ultimately coordinates patient care within the concept of the multi‑disciplinary health team. The incumbent also fulfils the role through the use of scientifically based nursing theories and processes, treating the patients as a physical, social and spiritual individual, and by use of educational and technical means applicable to health care practice.

Key Work Output and Accountabilities

• Serve as a clinical resource in assisting personnel to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document nursing care in the unit.
• Ensure communication and interaction with family and health professionals regarding optimal patient care, thereby acting as a patient advocate when necessary.
• Ensure communication between nursing management and unit to eliminate patient care problems / issues.
• Assess, plan and implement advanced nursing care in a specialised field in accordance with standard nursing care procedures, as set out in the standards and SOPs as well as nursing care theory and medical direction.
• Initiate, direct and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated to any patient / person in any ward / department of the hospital.
• Interview patient and family to obtain relevant general background information and problem identification; evaluate patient’s behaviour and assess immediate and long‑term needs.
• Participate as a professional member of the multi‑disciplinary team in evaluating, developing and implementing health care plans and treatment regime.
• Do rounds with the physician/medical practitioners to review condition of patients; develop nursing care plans; participate in the care of all patients in the unit.
• Evaluate patient care needs; initiate individualised nursing care plans; co‑ordinate patient services.
• Prepare day / night shift documentation that reflects patient status, staff ratio and problems.
• Communicate with the unit manager, so that he/she is informed of activities and problems.
• Perform any related tasks as requested.
• Provide input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures in the hospital.
• Ensure the provision of a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Aim as a member of staff to optimise and maintain quality, effective and safe nursing care, within the frame of the assigned budget.
• Evaluate, set standards and monitor safe utilisation of supplies and equipment.

Transformation of Our Society

• Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals.
• Co‑operate and collaborate with other hospital departments to provide appropriate support services.
• Co‑coordinate with the Clinical Facilitation Department and other members of the multi‑disciplinary team to meet and acknowledge the ongoing educational needs of the nursing staff / student as well as the patients.
• Co‑operate with the Clinical Facilitators in planning, implementing mentoring and evaluation of learning experiences / opportunities for nursing staff / students.
• Provide for the ongoing review, practice and in‑service training of emergency procedures.
• Actively participate in in‑service training and orientation of new staff in the unit.
• Advise and inform staff on current and revised policies and procedures.
• Allocate staff members in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff to provide appropriate nursing care for the individual patient concerning his/her needs and specialised skills through proper clinical judgement.
• Adjust staff levels to provide for acuity level needs.
• Active involvement in own professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge.
• Keep up to date with Netcare's evolving policies and procedures.
• Work effectively and co‑operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
• Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal.
• Maintain and encourage effective communication and interaction within the unit, other members of the multi‑disciplinary team and the public.
• Foster good interpersonal relations and public relations while interpreting / applying the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

Disruptive Innovation

• CareOn adoption of electronic patient records, e‑scripts and clinical orders by doctors and stock management.

Skills Profile

• Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council.
• Postgraduate Qualification in Operating Theatre Science.
• Experience in Theatre and CSSD environment is essential.
• Thorough knowledge of general / specialised nursing theory and practice.
• Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly specialised field of intensive care nursing.

Why Join Us

We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We attract highly skilled, engaged and performing employees who are passionate about providing quality health and care. By joining Netcare, you will feel a great sense of inclusion and belonging as part of a family that cares about your growth and wellbeing. You will work with best‑in‑class technology with high standards of health and safety, enjoy a competitive remuneration and benefits package and a fulfilling career in a high‑performance, values‑driven organisational culture that values diversity.

Recruitment Process

• Should you be shortlisted for the position, you will be contacted by the relevant HR Department to arrange an interview.
• The selection process may further include employee risk assessments which include 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.

Our Story

Our story begins with our values and our behaviours. We are motivated by a belief in the sanctity of human life. We see it as a privilege to serve South Africans in their time of greatest need and vulnerability. To this end, we constantly explore new ways to blend compassion with cutting‑edge capabilities. While much has been said about our world‑class facilities, global benchmarks and clinical best practice, we continue to seek innovative ways to deliver care.