Registered Nurse | Theatre Qualified | Orthopaedics scrub

Life Healthcare; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pretoria is seeking a Registered Nurse Theatre with orthopaedic experience. The successful candidate will assist the surgical team, manage equipment, and ensure patient care standards are met. The role requires a General Nursing Degree, SANC registration, and proficiency in operating theatre protocols. Ideal candidates will possess problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care in a dynamic theatre environment.

Qualifications

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma required.
• Must be registered with SANC.
• Relevant orthopaedic experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage theatre clocking time and charge theatre equipment.
• Educate and supervise staff on theatre equipment.
• Provide post-operative care to patients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Resilience

Verbal communication

Technical skill in orthopaedics

Education

General Nursing Degree / Diploma

Diploma in operating theatre technique

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse Theatre – Orthopaedics Scrub at Life Groenkloof Hospital. Reporting to the Unit Manager, the RN will assist the surgical team in performing procedures and ensure patients receive optimal care in line with hospital objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage theatre clocking time and charge theatre equipment, stock, and prostheses accurately.
• Participate in regular stock taking and control consignment stock in accordance with hospital policy.
• Educate and supervise staff on the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation.
• Obtain correct pre‑operative information and provide post‑operative care to patients.
• Assist the Unit Manager in monitoring normal and overtime hours and assess staff competence.
• Ensure the threatre team works according to scope of practice and give performance feedback to the Unit Manager.
• Comply with personal protective clothing and ISO requirements, and dispose of medical waste to control infection.
• Attend review meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholders and report unresolved issues to the Unit Manager.

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma.
• Registration with SANC.
• Diploma in operating theatre technique.
• Relevant orthopaedic experience and technical skill to meet critical outputs.
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry is an advantage.
• Computer proficiency is an advantage.

Competencies

• Problem‑solving, analysis and judgement.
• Resilience and engaging diversity.
• Verbal & written communication and presentation.
• Influencing, drive & energy and excellence orientation.
• Ethical behaviour, building relationships and customer responsiveness.
• Organizational awareness and leading by example (Key for Managers).