Registered Nurse

WellNest; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

WellNest Gold in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead the nursing function at our Bree Street clinic. You will work closely with doctors to deliver safe, precise care, from blood collection and IV therapies to patient assessments and follow-up.

This hands-on role requires independence within clinical protocols, excellent communication with clients, and meticulous record-keeping. You should be comfortable using digital systems and open to AI tools in clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Nursing qualification and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 3 years' post-registration experience.
• Proven competence in IV cannulation, IV therapy and phlebotomy.
• Ability to work independently within clinical protocols and medical oversight.
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, professional manner with clients.
• Comfort using digital systems and openness to AI tools in clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, vital signs and clinical monitoring.
• Perform venepuncture and blood collection, coordinate bloodwork, and follow-up as instructed by the doctor.
• Administer prescribed IV therapies, injections and medicines within your scope of practice.
• Recognise complications early and escalate appropriately.
• Keep accurate clinical records and ensure consent processes are completed correctly.
• Educate clients on their treatments and aftercare.
• Maintain infection prevention standards, run daily emergency equipment and temperature checks, and handle sharps and waste safely.
• Manage stock, cold-chain control, expiry checks and stocktakes for medicines and consumables.
• Record treatments and consumables accurately for billing, with clear handovers to the admin team.
• Keep the treatment and dispensary areas organised, ready and to a premium standard.

Skills

IV cannulation

Phlebotomy

IV therapy

Patient assessment

Infection control

Record keeping

Communication

Independence

AI tools familiarity

Education

SANC Registered Nurse

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

WellNest is a physician-led longevity and wellness clinic in the heart of Cape Town. We combine evidence-informed medicine, advanced diagnostics and personalised care to help our clients live longer, healthier lives. Patients come first, in every decision, at every level.We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse to take ownership of the nursing function at our Bree Street clinic. You will work closely with our doctors to deliver safe, precise clinical care, from blood collection and IV therapies to patient assessments and follow-up. This is a hands-on role for a nurse who takes pride in clinical excellence, enjoys building relationships with clients and wants to grow with a fast-moving practice.The role reports medically to the Lead Doctor and operationally to the Chief Operating Officer.This is a full-time, on-site role. Working Saturday mornings is part of the regular schedule. As a growing practice, we value team members who can flex around the clinic's needs from time to time, such as occasional later appointments or short-notice schedule changes. Hours will be confirmed at interview.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments, vital signs and clinical monitoring
• Perform venepuncture and blood collection, and coordinate bloodwork, results tracking and follow-up as instructed by the doctor
• Administer prescribed IV therapies, injections and medicines within your scope of practice
• Recognise complications early and scale appropriately
• Keep accurate clinical records and make sure consent processes are completed correctly
• Educate clients on their treatments and aftercare
• Maintain infection prevention standards, run daily emergency-equipment and temperature checks, and handle sharps and waste safely
• Manage stock, cold-chain control, expiry checks and stocktakes for medicines, IV lines and consumables
• Record treatments and consumables accurately for billing, with clear handovers to the admin team
• Keep the treatment and dispensary areas organised, ready and to a premium standard

Essential requirements:

• A nursing qualification and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse
• At least 3 years' post-registration experience
• Proven competence in IV cannulation, IV therapy and phlebotomy
• The confidence to work independently within your scope, our clinical protocols and appropriate medical oversight
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, professional manner with clients
• Strong attention to detail, sound clinical judgement and a habit of taking ownership without needing reminders
• Comfort using digital systems, and openness to new technology and AI tools in clinical operations
• Your own reliable transport

Preferred experience:

• Experience in private practice, an outpatient clinic, or wellness or IV therapy settings
• A genuine interest in preventive health, longevity and wellbeing
• A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate