Senior Professional Nurse - Day Ward Lead & Mentor

Mediclinic Group; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Professional Nurse to support the Unit Manager in delivering safe patient care. The role involves providing direct patient care and mentorship, along with managing clinical risks and ensuring quality standards. Candidates must hold a Professional Nurse qualification and have at least 3 years of hospital experience. Join a committed team dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Professional Nurse qualification required.
• 3 years Professional Nurse experience in a hospital.
• 1 year mentorship experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Unit Manager in ensuring safe client experiences.
• Provide direct patient care and mentorship.
• Ensure comprehensive patient care by mitigating risks.

Skills

Pharmacology

Nursing record keeping

Nursing processes and procedures

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

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

For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained

Risk identification

Analysing and interpretation skills

Basic life support trained

Mentorship

Education

Professional Nurse qualification

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Professional Nurse to support the Unit Manager in delivering safe patient care. The role involves providing direct patient care and mentorship, along with managing clinical risks and ensuring quality standards. Candidates must hold a Professional Nurse qualification and have at least 3 years of hospital experience. Join a committed team dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare in a dynamic environment.