Locum Registered Nurse - Cape Town

Faircape Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cape Town is seeking a Locum Registered Nurse. The successful candidate will develop care plans, monitor medication administration, and lead a nursing unit while ensuring compliance with established protocols. Candidates must be SANC registered as a nurse and have experience in nursing practice. This role requires strong clinical and communication skills, and experience in frail care and dementia care is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Shift Leader / Duty Sister.
• Experience in scheduling and managing staff shifts.
• Knowledge of dementia care, frail care, and palliative care is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor staff compliance with care plans.
• Ensure safe administration of medication.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

SANC registration as a Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Job title : Locum Registered Nurse - Cape Town

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 26, 2025

Responsibilities

Clinical Tasks :

• Develop and implement individualized care plans for each resident.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates of care plans to reflect residents' evolving health conditions.
• Ensure care plans align with both medical and personal needs of residents.
• Monitor staff compliance with care plans and established protocols.
• Conduct high-risk assessments and accurately document essential information.
• Uphold best practice methods and principles in all clinical tasks performed within the facility.
• Ensure the safe and proper administration of medication by self and nursing staff, adhering to established medication management procedures.
• Ensure medication is appropriately stored, and blister packs are managed according to procedures.
• When required implement and maintain infection control protocols
• Manage the stock including the need to amend par levels or restock items in the supply cupboard.

Emergency and Incident Management :

• Follow established policies in the event of emergencies, including calling Emergency Services as needed for the Healthcare Facility or Village.
• Act according to patients' living wills or advanced directives during emergencies or resuscitation efforts.
• Ensure the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and families are promptly informed of any incidents or resident deaths.

Requirements : Qualifications :

• SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
• Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.

Experience and Knowledge :

• Proven experience as a Shift Leader / Duty Sister
• Experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
• Proficiency in organizing and delivering training sessions for staff development.
• Experience in scheduling and managing staff shifts.

Skills and Attributes :

• Clinical Expertise : Strong clinical skills and experience in nursing practice, including assessments, treatments, and patient care.
• Excellent communication skills to interact
• Problem-Solving : Capability to make critical decisions, solve complex problems, and handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
• Adaptability : Flexibility to handle changing circumstances and adapt quickly to new protocols or procedures.
• Team Collaboration : Foster a collaborative environment, working closely with other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Ability to effectively manage a nursing unit's daily operations.
• Skilled in addressing and correcting staff behaviour or performance issues.
• Time Management : Efficiently manage time and resources during shifts to prioritise patient care and operational tasks.