Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary - Surgical Ward

Mediclinic; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Polokwane is seeking a dedicated Nursing professional to deliver safe and basic nursing care. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, identify safety risks, and maintain comprehensive patient records. This role is ideal for individuals with a higher nursing certificate and a commitment to continuous professional development, contributing positively to patient care.

Qualifications

• Higher certificate in nursing required.
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for specific specialities is desired.
• No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Identify and report risks to ensure patient safety.
• Provide accurate records of nursing interventions.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Basic Life Support

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Risk identification

Patient observation skills

Education

Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent)

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for specific speciality areas

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

To deliver safe, basic nursing care according to Scope of Practice

Key Responsibility Areas

• Deliver basic nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
• Contribute to a positive patient experience by assisting in the creation of a therapeutic environment
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
• Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charted

Required Education

Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent)

Desired Education

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for specific speciality areas

Required Experience

None

Desired Experience

1 year post qualification experience

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Infection prevention and control
• Basic Life Support
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Regulations regarding the Scope of Practice for Nurses and Midwives
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Scientific nursing process
• Risk identification
• Nursing procedures
• Patient observation skills