Maternity Unit Manager - Clinical Leadership & Growth

LIFE Healthcare Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider is seeking a Unit Manager for their Maternity unit at Life Beacon Bay Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing clinical practices and resources to achieve high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include leading nursing care plans, ensuring staff competence, and managing costs. Applicants need a nursing qualification and SANC registration, with leadership experience preferred. The role offers a chance to significantly impact patient outcomes in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management skills would be an advantage.
• Relevant experience in nursing to meet the critical outputs.
• Basic understanding of labour legislation and financial management principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the nursing care plan and coordinate treatment plans.
• Manage stock utilization and drive product management processes.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Professional and technical proficiency

Customer responsiveness

Building relationships

Education

Degree or Diploma in nursing with Midwifery or Advanced Midwifery

Current registration with SANC

Job description

A national healthcare provider is seeking a Unit Manager for their Maternity unit at Life Beacon Bay Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing clinical practices and resources to achieve high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include leading nursing care plans, ensuring staff competence, and managing costs. Applicants need a nursing qualification and SANC registration, with leadership experience preferred. The role offers a chance to significantly impact patient outcomes in a supportive healthcare environment.