Professional Nurse - Surgical

Mediclinic International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide safe and quality care. In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-professional team to ensure patient safety and deliver comprehensive nursing services. Your expertise will help create a positive patient experience and foster a learning environment for staff development. If you are passionate about nursing and looking to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' experience in a Surgical Ward is essential.
• Degree in General Nursing is required for applicants.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS)

Nursing processes and procedures

Infection prevention and control

Pharmacology

Scientific nursing principles and process

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Post graduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area

Job description

Wits Donald Gordon Med Centre | Parktown, Johannesburg | South Africa

Number of positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-site

Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
2. Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
3. Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.
4. Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
5. Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.
6. Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing.

DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Post graduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty area.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3-4 years' experience working in a Surgical Ward.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with stoma / stoma therapy patients.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

1. Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards).
2. Develop / modify a nursing care plan.
3. Infection prevention and control.
4. Nursing processes and procedures.
5. Pharmacology.
6. Scientific nursing principles and process.

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa.