Professional Nurse Specialised - Neonatal Unit

Mediclinic Constantiaberg; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cape Town seeks a dedicated nurse to deliver quality nursing care and ensure patient safety. Responsibilities include collaborating with a multi-professional team, maintaining comprehensive records, and creating a conducive environment for patients. Ideal candidates will have a relevant nursing qualification and a commitment to high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Degree / Diploma in General Nursing.
• Midwifery qualification is desired.
• 1 year post-graduate qualification experience preferred for specialized unit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience.

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

Risk identification

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

Job description

Overview

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

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
• 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

Education

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION : Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

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

Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : None

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

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