Professional Nurse Specialised- Scrub

Mediclinic Winelands Orthopaedic Day Clinic; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks dedicated nursing professionals to join their team in Stellenbosch. The role involves delivering comprehensive nursing care, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates should possess a Degree/Diploma in General Nursing, with opportunities for further specialization. This is an excellent opportunity for both new graduates and experienced nurses looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing is essential.
• Midwifery and postgraduate qualifications are desired.
• No prior experience required, but 1 year post-qualification for specialized units is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Manage risks to ensure patient safety and facilitate positive experiences.
• Accurately document all nursing interventions and ensure stock accountability.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Pharmacology

Nursing processes and procedures

Scientific nursing principles and process

Basic life support trained

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

Job description

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 processes and procedures
• Develop / modify a nursing care plan
• Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)