Professional Nurse- High Care

Mediclinic Group; Piet Retief; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Piet Retief is seeking a Professional Nurse - High Care to deliver safe and quality nursing care. The role involves collaborating with a multi-professional team and managing patient risks. Ideal candidates should hold a Degree or Diploma in General Nursing. This permanent position offers on-site work with a focus on a comprehensive nursing approach. No prior experience is necessary, making it an excellent opportunity for recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing required.
• Midwifery or postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• No prior experience necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care collaboratively.
• Manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience.
• Provide accurate records of nursing interventions.
• Create a learning environment for staff competence.
• Ensure proper charging of stock and equipment.

Skills

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

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

Job description

Professional Nurse - High Care

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg | South Africa

Closing date: 26/11/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter: Lynelle Govender
Reference number: 65270
Workplace Type: On-site
Job Type: Permanent

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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

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing.

Desired Education

• Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area.

Required 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.