Enrolled Nurse Medical Ward

Clinix Health Group (Pty) Ltd; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Soweto seeks an Enrolled Nurse for the Medical Ward. Responsibilities involve direct and indirect patient nursing care under Registered Nurse supervision. The role requires a Grade 12 education, an Enrolled Nursing qualification, and current registration with the South African Nursing Council. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of relevant experience in a hospital setting. This position offers the opportunity to provide quality care and enhance the patient experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant nursing experience in a hospital environment.
• Experience in patient advocacy and documentation is essential.
• Ability to work under supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care for patients.
• Adhere to patient advocacy principles and standards.
• Ensure a therapeutic environment free from hazards.
• Document patient care accurately.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing care

Customer service

Documentation

Computer proficiency

Education

Grade 12

Enrolled Nursing qualification

Current registration with South African Nursing Council

BLS qualification

Job description

Job Title

Enrolled Nurse – Medical Ward

Location

Clinix Tshepo Themba Private Hospital(Dobsonville)

Reports to

Unit Manager.

Job Summary

As Enrolled Nurse, to take responsibility for both direct and indirect nursing care of a patient or group of patients, and to function under the direct and/ or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, according to the scope of practice of an Enrolled Nurse.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• Grade 12.
• Enrolled Nursing qualification.
• Current registration with South African Nursing Council.
• BLS qualification.
• 3+ years’ relevant Nursing experience based on area of specialization.
• Experience within a private hospital environment advantageous.
• Computer proficiency is advantageous.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Perform all duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards.
• Adhere to the principles and standards of patient advocacy according to the SANC acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, patient rights and Responsibility charter, National Millennium Development goals and the responsibility of continuous professional development (CPD). Plan, organize, assess and prioritize work for self to ensure efficient completion of tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Drive quality of care adhering to work standards and establishing a safe, therapeutic, and clean environment for all stakeholders (patient, family, doctors, and staff) that is free from medico-legal hazards.
• Document patient care services by accurately charting in patient and department records including progress on patients’ condition.
• Drive a positive patient (customer) experience by putting patients first and deliver holistic customer-oriented service.
• Inform and educate patients about the Groups complaints procedure and “My voice” platform.
• Adhere to the principles of Lean management (i.e. reducing wastage and unnecessary expenditure) without compromising patient care whilst ensuring minimal wastage.
• Participate as a team member and contribute effectively towards achievement of unit goals.