Registered Nurse | 2iC | T ICU

LIFE Healthcare Group; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Pretoria is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their TICU team. The ideal candidate should have a Critical Care qualification and at least 3 years of experience in a cardiothoracic ICU setting. Responsibilities include maintaining high standards of nursing care, supporting clinical management of the unit, and assisting with staff training. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Cardiology or Cardiothoracic ICU environment.
• Flexibility to work day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic duties as allocated by the Unit Manager.
• Ensure the unit operates according to legal and ethical standards.
• Maintain patient and customer care in line with standards.
• Assist the Unit Manager in leading the TICU team.

Skills

Strong customer orientation

Team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Clinical expertise in cardiothoracic intensive care

Excellent communication

Education

Critical Care qualification

Job description

A vacancy has arisen for the position of Registered Nurse 2ic in the TICU Unit at Life Wilgers Hospital, situated in Pretoria. This role reports to the Unit Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit and ensure quality nursing care to all patients.

Critical Outputs

• Perform basic duties as allocated by the Unit Manager.
• Ensure the unit operates according to acceptable legal and ethical standards.
• Maintain excellent patient and customer care in line with Life Healthcare standards.
• Foster sound relationships and communication with patients, relatives, and the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Assist the Unit Manager in leading the TICU team to achieve clinical excellence.
• Support staff training to ensure clinical competence in a cardiothoracic intensive care environment.
• Build professional relationships with doctors and therapists to enhance patient–doctor interaction.
• Uphold Health, Safety, and Infection Control standards.
• Assist with managing the unit’s budget, including equipment maintenance, pharmacy stock control, stock holding, gross profit margins, and debtors days.
• Contribute to effective management of the Ward Management System and CBT.

Requirements

• Critical Care qualification and registration with SANC.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Cardiology or Cardiothoracic ICU environment.
• Strong customer orientation.
• Team player, energetic, and well‑organized.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven leadership abilities.
• Flexibility to work day and night shifts.

Competencies

• Clinical expertise in cardiothoracic intensive care.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Financial and resource management understanding.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Email [e-mail]. Closing date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Internal applicants – before making an application, discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.