Emergency Dept General Nurse – Compassionate Care

EdUpStairs; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Netcare invites you to join as a General Nurse in the Emergency Department. You will provide quality nursing care to patients in line with the nursing process, standards of practice, and hospital policies.

You will support admissions, discharges, and transfers while maintaining accurate patient records. The role requires enrollment or completion of Basic General Nursing Qualification, SANC registration as a General Nurse, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or completed Basic General Nursing Qualification.
• Registration with SANC as a General Nurse.
• Prior hospital experience is advantageous.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are expected.
• Compassionate nature and patient-centered care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care in the Emergency Department per hospital policies and nursing standards.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and patient areas at all times.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers promptly.
• Assist with triage and patient registration in the ED.
• Follow infection control policies and manage clinical waste as required.
• Respond to call bells promptly and communicate with patients and families.
• Participate in handovers at shift changes.

Skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate nature

Education

Basic General Nursing Qualification

Job description

Netcare invites you to join as a General Nurse in the Emergency Department. You will provide quality nursing care to patients in line with the nursing process, standards of practice, and hospital policies.

You will support admissions, discharges, and transfers while maintaining accurate patient records. The role requires enrollment or completion of Basic General Nursing Qualification, SANC registration as a General Nurse, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.