Senior Nurse Leader & Mentor for Safe Patient Care

Mediclinic George; George; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in George seeks a Senior Professional Nurse to support the Unit Manager in ensuring a safe patient experience. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, mentoring student nurses, and mitigating clinical risks. Candidates should have a Professional Nurse qualification, a postgraduate diploma if managing a specialist unit, and at least 3 years of professional nurse experience in a hospital environment. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 3 years Professional Nurse experience in a hospital.
• 1 year mentor experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Unit Manager in ensuring patient care and safety.
• Manage operational expenses and clinical quality standards.
• Empower staff through development and continuous assessment.

Skills

Pharmacology

Nursing record keeping

Nursing processes and procedures

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Relevant nursing legislation

Infection prevention and control

Scientific nursing principles and process

Audit patient records

Patient assessment skills

Develop / modify a nursing care plan

Scope of practice for nurse practitioners

Education

Professional Nurse qualification

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (if managing a specialist unit)

Job description

A healthcare facility in George seeks a Senior Professional Nurse to support the Unit Manager in ensuring a safe patient experience. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, mentoring student nurses, and mitigating clinical risks. Candidates should have a Professional Nurse qualification, a postgraduate diploma if managing a specialist unit, and at least 3 years of professional nurse experience in a hospital environment. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.