Emergency Dept Unit Manager — Lead Care & Teams

The Legends Agency; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 780 000; Full time

Job summary

A respected private hospital in Pietermaritzburg is looking for a Trained Unit Manager for the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include leading the emergency team, managing resources, and mentoring nursing staff. Candidates must be registered nurses with a post-basic qualification in Emergency Nursing and at least 3 years of management experience. The role offers a salary range of R650,000 - R780,000 per annum with rotational shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a nursing management position, preferably in a private hospital.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Emergency Department team.
• Oversee departmental budgets and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and develop nursing staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Resource management

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Post-basic qualification in Emergency Nursing

Registered Nurse with the South African Nursing Council

Job description

A respected private hospital in Pietermaritzburg is looking for a Trained Unit Manager for the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include leading the emergency team, managing resources, and mentoring nursing staff. Candidates must be registered nurses with a post-basic qualification in Emergency Nursing and at least 3 years of management experience. The role offers a salary range of R650,000 - R780,000 per annum with rotational shifts.