Professional Nurse Specialised

Mediclinic Klein Karoo; Oudtshoorn; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Oudtshoorn is seeking a qualified nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing care according to established practices. The nurse will work within a multi-professional team, focusing on patient safety, delivering quality nursing care, and managing nursing records. An essential qualification is a Degree/Diploma in General Nursing, with further experience in a specialized unit preferred. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to positive patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in General Nursing is essential.
• 1 year post-graduate qualification experience preferred before placement in a specialized unit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and quality nursing care as per the Scope of Practice.
• Collaborate with a multi-professional team for quality patient care.
• Identify and manage risks to ensure patient safety.

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

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