Senior Professional Nurse - Obstetrics

Sd Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable private hospital is seeking a dynamic Senior Professional Nurse to ensure a safe and positive patient experience. The role involves supporting the unit manager in coordinating patient care, delivering quality nursing interventions, and mentoring staff. Candidates must possess a nursing diploma, midwifery certification, and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency in nursing practices and relevant legislation is essential. This position offers a monthly remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Degree in General Nursing with midwifery qualifications.
• Minimum of 3 years experience post qualification.
• Specialized training such as ACLS, ATLS, or PALS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care within a multi-professional team.
• Manage risks to assure patient safety.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience.

Skills

Pharmacology

Nursing record keeping

Nursing processes and procedures

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Education

Degree / Diploma in General Nursing

Midwifery

Post graduate certificate / diploma in specialty area

3 years post qualification experience

Job description

Senior Professional Nurse

Reference: CPT Yon-1. Our client, a highly regarded Private Hospital, is seeking to employ a dynamic and energetic Senior Professional Nurse.

Overview

The aim of this position is to ensure a safe, positive patient experience by supporting the unit manager in the coordination of patient care and management of the unit.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
• Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
• Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.
• Ensure that all utilized stock and equipment are accurately charged.

Job Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in General Nursing.
• Midwifery.
• Post graduate certificate / diploma in specialty area.
• 3 years post qualification experience.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Pharmacology.
• Nursing record keeping.
• Nursing processes and procedures.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office).

Additional Competencies

• 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.
• For specialised wards; ACLS; ATLS; PALS trained.
• Risk identification.
• Analysing and interpretation skills.
• Basic life support trained.
• Mentorship.

Package & Remuneration

Monthly.