Operating Theatre Nurse - Safe Care & Team Collaboration

Medi Clinic; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in South Africa is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide safe and comprehensive nursing care. In this role, you will collaborate with multi-professional teams to deliver quality care and facilitate a positive patient experience. A degree in nursing is essential, and while no experience is required, one year in an operating theatre is preferred. This position offers opportunities to enhance your skills and promote patient safety through rigorous standards of care.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing required.
• Postgraduate certificate/diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science is desired.
• 1 year of post-graduate experience in an operating theatre is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Identify, prevent, and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
• Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Pharmacology

Scientific nursing principles and process

Patient assessment skills

Nursing record keeping

Nursing processes and procedures

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Develop/modify a nursing care plan

Relevant nursing legislation

Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS)

Risk identification

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science

Job description

A healthcare facility in South Africa is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide safe and comprehensive nursing care. In this role, you will collaborate with multi-professional teams to deliver quality care and facilitate a positive patient experience. A degree in nursing is essential, and while no experience is required, one year in an operating theatre is preferred. This position offers opportunities to enhance your skills and promote patient safety through rigorous standards of care.