Enrolled Nurse - Night Shift - Fixed Term Contract

Huis Horison; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health care is seeking a compassionate Enrolled Nurse for night shifts on a fixed-term contract. The role involves assisting with individual care needs, collaborating in a team-based environment, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates must be registered with SANC and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Valid SANC registration required.
• Willingness to work night shifts and weekends.
• Must read, write and speak Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level, individualized frail care for residents.
• Collaborate with other nurses and assist with hygiene and medication.
• Monitor vital signs and health status, documenting accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Documentation skills

Ability to multitask

Cooking and baking skills

Education

Valid SANC registration as an Enrolled Nurse

Job description

Enrolled Nurse - Night Shift - Fixed Term ContractEnrolled Nurse - Night Shift - Fixed Term Contract1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsVACANCY : ENROLLED NURSE – NIGHT SHIFT (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)Start Date : As soon as possibleContract End Date : March Shift Hours : 18 : 30 – 06 : 30 (as per shift roster)We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our night team on a fixed-term contract.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and be passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centered care in a structured, team-based environment.PRIMARY DUTIES – ASSITIVE CARE FOR RESIDENTYou will be responsible for providing high-level, individualized frail care, including : Frequent repositioning and monitoring of skin integrityFull personal hygiene and incontinence careMonitoring of vital signs and overall health statusPEG feeding support and fluid / nutrition monitoringAdministering scheduled medication (within scope) and under supervision of RN via PEGAccurate and timely documentation of all care providedImmediate escalation of medical or behavioral concernsGENERAL DUTIES – ALL RESIDENTS

• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse (on duty 16 : 00–21 : 00) and fellow night shift Enrolled Nurse
• Perform hourly rounds and respond promptly to residents' needs
• Support residents who are restless or awake to ensure calm and comfort
• Assist with hygiene, bed changes, toileting, and night-time medication
• Monitor health changes and escalate to the on-call Registered Nurse
• Maintain detailed nursing notes and complete the night reportCOLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION
• Work respectfully with care providers to ensure holistic care
• Provide clinical guidance without assuming a supervisory role
• Participate in collaborative problem-solving and team discussions
• Ensure effective handover and communication with incoming shifts
• Report incidents, changes in condition, and concerns clearly and promptlyCOMPLIANCE & INFECTION CONTROL
• Follow infection prevention and PPE protocols
• Maintain equipment hygiene and adhere to SANC and facility standards
• Uphold ethical nursing practices at all timesSKILLS REQUIRED
• Must have the ability to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities and challenging behavior.
• Must have the ability to multi-task
• Good cooking and baking skills and experience
• Sourcing of innovate and appropriate items that could be added to the menu
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• The ability to read and follow a recipe
• A friendly, calm, presentable and professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly responsible and dependable
• Highly motivated, energetic and ability to function under pressure.
• Strong documentation and observational skillsREQUIREMENTS
• Valid SANC registration as an Enrolled Nurse
• Willingness to work night shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Valid Driver's license and own reliable transport
• Afrikaans and English (read, speak, write) compulsory.Closing date for this Vacancy is 11 July .

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