Professional Nurse - Theatre Scrub

Mediclinic Group; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wellington, South Africa is seeking a Professional Nurse - Theatre Scrub to deliver quality nursing care in the operating theatre. The ideal candidate will have a Degree in Nursing, with at least 1 year of postoperative experience, alongside essential nursing skills. The role emphasizes patient safety and collaboration with a multi-professional team. A postgraduate qualification is desired.

Qualifications

• 1+ years post-graduate qualification experience in an operating theatre required.
• 3+ years post-graduate qualification experience in an operating theatre preferred.

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.

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

Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science

Job description

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Professional Nurse - Theatre Scrub

Closing date: 15/05/2025

Number of positions: 1

Recruiter name: Thania Parker

Reference number: 59625

Permanent

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: Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science

Required Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year post-graduate qualification experience in an operating theatre.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 3 year post-graduate qualification experience in an operating theatre.

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

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Additional notes

Job Type: Specialised Nursing

Job Segment: Infection Control, Nursing, Healthcare