Professional Nurse X1 - Psychiatric Ward

Joint Medical Holdings Ltd.; Ballito; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking a Professional Nurse for their Ballito Behavioural Centre. The role involves providing quality patient care, administering treatments, and supporting patients with mental health challenges. Candidates must have a diploma in nursing, be registered with SANC, and possess at least two years of psychiatric ward experience. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work shifts, and dedication to patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a Professional Nurse in a Psychiatric Ward.
• Must be Psych trained and registered with SANC with valid APC.
• Matric is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate patient care according to SANC standards.
• Administer medications and monitor results.
• Organize group therapy sessions for patient recovery.
• Lead and supervise the nursing team.
• Prepare and maintain patient records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Decision-making

Empathy

Education

Diploma/degree in Nursing science

SANC registration as Registered Nurse

Job description

PROFESSIONAL NURSE X1 - BALLITO BEHAVIOURAL CENTRE - PSYCHIATRIC WARD

Job Openings PROFESSIONAL NURSE X1 - BALLITO BEHAVIOURAL CENTRE - PSYCHIATRIC WARD

About the job PROFESSIONAL NURSE X1 - BALLITO BEHAVIOURAL CENTRE - PSYCHIATRIC WARD

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To Provide age-appropriate patient care according to the nursing scope of practice as defined by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Practice within your scope of practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Caring for patients with acute conditions - building relationships and responding to their physical and emotional needs, while delivering effective care.
• Administering patients' medications and treatments - and monitoring results.
• Dealing with the specific symptoms of mental illness, de-escalating stressful situations, and helping patients overcome challenges.
• Interacting with patients' families and other care staff - offering advice and information on patients' conditions.
• Preparing and maintaining patients records, producing care plans and risk assessments.
• Organizing group therapy sessions, including social and artistic events, aimed at promoting patients' mental recovery.
• Lead and supervise the team.
• Attend to patients complaints.
• Provide safe, quality patient care within the ward/unit.
• Comply with SANC and stakeholder legislation.

COMPETENCIES (The following will be advantageous)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

(Educational Qualifications & Experience)

• Matric is essential.
• Diploma/degree in Nursing science/ related to.
• Must be Psych trained.
• Must be registered with SANC as a Registered Nurse with valid APC.
• Must have two or more years of experience as a Professional Nurse in a Psychiatric Ward.
• Must be prepared to do shift-work (Night shift / Day Shift).

SKILLS

(Practical & Technical)

• Good interpersonal skills with doctors, patients and colleagues are essential.
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• good organisation and time management skills
• decision-making and problem-solving skills
• compassion and the ability to empathise with patients

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES

(Personality Characteristics)

• Professionalism and initiative.
• Well-spoken and respectful.
• Adhere to all company rules and policies.

JMH VALUES (Commitment)

• We respect the dignity of an individual.
• We are committed to giving our doctors top quality service.
• We are committed to building an atmosphere of trust, and to train and develop our staff to their fullest potential.
• We are committed to providing our shareholders with a fair rate of return on their investment.
• We will act in a responsible manner towards our physical and social environment.