Professional Nurse Specialised - Theatre

Mediclinic Welkom; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in South Africa is seeking a qualified nurse to deliver safe and comprehensive nursing care. The role includes collaborating with a multi-professional team, managing patient safety, and maintaining thorough documentation of nursing interventions. Candidates should hold a Degree or Diploma in General Nursing, while additional qualifications in Midwifery or specialized areas are advantageous. Enthusiasm for teamwork and patient care is essential. This position does not require prior experience.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in General Nursing required.
• Midwifery or specialized postgraduate qualifications desired.
• No experience necessary, but 1 year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Ensure patient safety by managing risks.
• Document all nursing interventions accurately.

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