ICU Nurse

People Dimension; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pretoria is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care, especially in the ICU. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of ICU experience and be registered with the South African Nursing Council. Responsibilities include managing patient care audits, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. This role requires a commitment to quality patient care, critical thinking, and collaboration within the nursing team. Shift work is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 2 years of previous experience as a Registered Nurse in ICU.
• Competent in the demonstration and assessment of all clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care to meet patients' health needs.
• Conduct patient care audits and manage medico-legal risks.
• Support and mentor junior staff members.

Skills

Patient care

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

ICU training

Job description

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Deliver comprehensive and quality patient care to meet the health needs of the patients
• Prevent, report and manage medico-legal risks in the unit
• Conduct comprehensive patient care audits
• Responsible for controlling stock and maintenance of equipment in the unit
• Give support and mentorship to junior staff members in the Unit
• Ability to display sound judgments in problem-solving
• Displays a concern for excellence by adhering to company policies and procedures
• Maintains customer-focused mindset that acknowledges the value of the patient
• Ensures a therapeutic and safe patient environment by maintaining health and safety standards and complying with infection prevention and control procedures
• Control of stock and equipment in the unit
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
• Must be ICU trained
• At least 2 years previous experience as Registered Nurse in ICU
• Previous experience in a Paediatric or Neo Natal ICU will be an added advantage
• Nurse and monitor critical are patient, including ventilated patients
• Ensures that patient records and registers meet legal requirements
• Competent in demonstration and assessment of all clinical procedures and management of risks
• A good understanding and application of the nursing scope of practice and knowledge of patient care.
• Basic knowledge of stock control principles
• Sound knowledge of nursing activities and procedures as per Scope of Practice of a Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures, scientific nursing process and BCA principles
• Ability to identify and report near-misses and adverse events
• Be able to function as an effective member of the nursing team by facilitating team effectiveness
• Must be prepared to work shifts