Registered Nurse - Frail Care

Dymaxa Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Durban is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in geriatric care. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, hold a Diploma in Nursing, and be registered with the SANC. Responsibilities include delivering quality nursing care, managing medication, and supervising staff to ensure high standards of resident care. A strong commitment to patient dignity and safety is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification required.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in geriatric care is essential.
• Dementia experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent and quality nursing care.
• Manage and supervise care within the facility.
• Monitor and report on resident assessments and medication administration.
• Supervise caregivers and staff training.

Skills

Nursing procedures

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Communication

Supervision

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Certificate in Geriatric Nursing

Job description

Our client, a Non-Profit Organization for the aged, is seeking a (Registered Nurse – frail care) for their facility, based in South Ridge, Durban. The Registered Nurse is a member of the Health Care team and is responsible to plan and manage the wards under the direction and supervision of the Facility Manager / Sister Superior. You will be required to deliver competent, quality nursing care and adhere to the rules and regulations of the South African Nursing Council.

Key Performance Areas

• Perform nursing procedures within the scope of a Professional Nurse / Registered Nurse and administer medicine as per protocols prescribed
• Ensure a current wellness and support plan for each resident according to their needs and update as necessary
• Report changes in residents’ care requirements to the Quality Care Manager and document in the resident’s file. Conduct ongoing resident assessments, care support plans, and other core geriatric evaluations
• Manage, order, check, and supervise safe medication administration as per organisational protocols and statutory requirements, ensuring strict control of Schedule 5, 6, and 7 drugs
• Assist residents with their physical and mental health needs, maintaining the highest hygiene, care, and safety standards
• Supervise and support caregivers, ensuring they deliver high standards of care in line with organisational protocols and procedures
• Assist with staff training, continuous skills development, and knowledge enhancement
• Maintain effective communication with team leaders, residents, residents’ families, and all stakeholders
• Monitor resident’s dietary needs, liaising with catering staff. Oversee meals served daily
• Participate in professional development and compulsory education
• Care for all medical / non-medical equipment and report any negligence, abuse, damage or theft
• Promote residents’ independence and mobility, counsel residents and families, and maintain confidentiality in line with the requirements as stipulated in the POPI Act
• Be prepared to work day or night shifts as per operational needs
• Maintain the quality and standard of care, ensuring continuity and good interpersonal relationships with staff and residents, and effectively manage conflict and other challenging behaviour amongst staff, residents, and family members
• Manage daily required consumables and disposables and inform the Quality Care Manager of required needs. Ensure the emergency trolley and all emergency equipment is checked and compliant with regulations
• Supervise and control subordinates, ensuring proper delegation of duties. Evaluate staff monthly and assist with in-service training. Manage time sheets, attendance, and relief staff
• Maintain accurate residents’ records and ensure proper administration, recording, and storage of ward stock medication, consumables and all other disposables used. Control stock and order supplies timely
• Organise staff duty rosters, manage leave, and maintain the resident staff allocation register. Manage admission and discharge registers, assist with probation reports, and manage resident surveys. Keep resident information and medication scripts up to date
• Liaise with the Quality Care Manager and medical practitioners, keeping them informed of residents’ issues and treatments. Maintain progress reports and communicate with residents’ families. Foster close working relationships with subordinates, house management, multi-disciplinarity members, conduct objective performance assessments, reporting to the Quality Care Manager
• Provide quality resident care with dignity and respect, contributing positively to the team and care environment
• Follow organizational policies and legislative requirements, adhere to organisational code of conduct and understand reporting structures and responsibilities. Establish and maintain positive relationships with team members
• Perform additional tasks as requested, facilitate and participate in monthly in‑service training and quarterly staff reviews, and adhere to the Core Values of the facility
• Ensure that all OHS requirements and waste management protocols in line with organisational and statutory requirements are adhered to

Requirements

• Matric
• Diploma in Nursing
• Registration with SANC
• Proof of professional indemnity
• Certificate in Geriatric Nursing
• Dementia experience essential
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in geriatric

Salary

Market Related

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