Professional Nurse - Critical Care & High Care Specialised

Mediclinic Legae; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Pretoria is seeking a nurse to deliver safe and quality nursing care. Responsibilities include collaborating in a multi-professional team, managing patient risks, and maintaining comprehensive records. A Degree or Diploma in General Nursing is essential. The role aims to ensure patient safety and create a positive experience. Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply, with an emphasis on a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in General Nursing is required.
• 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit 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.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Pharmacology

Patient assessment skills

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Basic life support trained

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

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