PROFESSIONAL NURSE

Joint Medical Holdings Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Joint Medical Holdings Group is seeking a dedicated Professional Nurse for the MICU at our Durban division. The role focuses on stabilizing critically ill patients, coordinating multidisciplinary care and ensuring ethical practice in line with SANC regulations.

Applicants should be registered with SANC as a Registered Nurse, with ICU experience and the ability to work day/night shifts, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with SANC registration.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience.
• ICU experience or ICU qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized critical care to MICU/ICU patients.
• Assess, monitor and manage patients with complex conditions.
• Safely administer medications per protocol and physician orders.
• Monitor vitals and laboratory results; respond to changes.
• Operate life-support equipment and dialysis/infusion systems as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to individualise care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided.
• Uphold infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Under pressure

Communication

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

SANC Registered Nurse

ICU qualification

Tools

ICU equipment familiarity

Job description

DIVISION: DURDOC HOSPITAL- MICU x2

JOB TITLE: PROFESSIONAL NURSE

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To deliver specialized, age‑appropriate critical care to patients with life‑threatening conditions, ensuring safe, ethical, and effective practice in line with South African Nursing Council (SANC) regulations. The role centres on stabilizing critically ill patients, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and safeguarding patient dignity and recovery in a high‑acuity environment.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Specialized Critical Care: Provide expert nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU).
• Patient Assessment & Management: Continuously assess, monitor, and manage patients with complex medical conditions such as acute respiratory failure, multi-organ dysfunction, and severe infections.
• Medication & Treatment Administration: Safely administer prescribed medications and therapeutic interventions, ensuring strict compliance with SANC regulations.
• Clinical Monitoring: Track vital signs, laboratory results, and other critical parameters, responding promptly to changes in patient status.
• Life‑Support Equipment Management: Operate and assist in the management of advanced life‑support systems, including ventilators, dialysis machines, and intravenous infusion pumps.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with the healthcare team to design and implement individualized care plans. Offer emotional support to patients and their families during critical care episodes.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and accurate patient records, capturing all aspects of care delivery.
• Infection Control & Safety: Uphold hospital protocols and infection prevention measures to ensure a safe, hygienic, and compliant care environment.

COMPETENCIES (The following will be advantageous)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

(Educational Qualifications & Experience)

• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• Preferably have 2 or more years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• ICU experience or ICU Nursing qualification are essential.
• Minimum 1-2 years clinical experience in an ICU setting.
• Competence in patient assessment, clinical decision making and emergency intervention.
• Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to work day and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays and adapt to working in other areas of the hospital when needed.

SKILLS

(Practical & Technical)

• Effective clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Able to prioritise and work well under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective organisational and time management skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

(Personality Characteristics)

• Professionalism and initiative
• Well-spoken and respectful
• Reliable, professional and patient focused.
• Must be able to adhere to all company rules and policies.

JMH VALUES

(Commitment)

• We respect the dignity of an individual.
• We are committed to giving our doctors top quality service.
• We are committed to building an atmosphere of trust, and to train and develop our staff to their fullest potential.
• We are committed to providing our shareholders with a fair rate of return on their investment.
• We will act in a responsible manner towards our physical and social environment.

NB: POPIA CLAUSE

Your information is collected and processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act No 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

By applying to this advert, you consent to JMH (Pty) Ltd collecting and processing your personal information for the purpose of determining your eligibility for the advertised position.

If unsuccessful, your personal information is securely destroyed and is not retained by the company.

Closing date for applications is 15 September 2026

Yours faithfully

Jenny Bux Group HR Manager