Professional Nurse - Critical Care & High Care

Mediclinic Legae; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pretoria is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver safe and quality nursing care. The role involves collaborating with a multi-professional team, managing risks to ensure patient safety, and maintaining accurate nursing records. Candidates should possess a Degree or Diploma in General Nursing, with no prior experience required. This position offers an opportunity to grow in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing required.
• Midwifery or postgraduate certificate desired.
• No minimum experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Provide accurate nursing records of all interventions.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Patient assessment skills

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS)

Pharmacology

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice

Key Responsibility Areas

• 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

Required Education

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

Required Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit

Required Job Skills and Knowledge

• Infection prevention and control
• Pharmacology
• Scientific nursing principles and process
• Nursing record keeping
• Patient assessment skills
• Nursing processes and procedures
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Develop / modify a nursing care plan
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
• Risk identification