Senior Surgical Nurse | Care Leader & Mentor

Mediclinic International; Hermanus; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Professional Nurse in Hermanus, South Africa. The role involves supporting the Unit Manager, ensuring safe patient care, mentoring new nurses, and managing staffing resources. Applicants should have a Professional Nurse qualification and at least three years of experience in a hospital, along with the ability to develop effective nursing care plans. This permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care excellence in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the Unit Manager ensuring a safe and positive client experience.
• Provide direct patient care and mentorship to new and student nurses.
• Manage staffing resources and ensure safe patient care.

Skills

Pharmacology

Nursing processes and procedures

Infection prevention and control

Scientific nursing principles

Develop/modify nursing care plan

Scope of practice for nurse practitioners

ACLS training

ATLS training

PALS training

Analysing and interpretation skills

Basic life support training

Education

Professional Nurse qualification

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (if managing a specialist unit)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Professional Nurse in Hermanus, South Africa. The role involves supporting the Unit Manager, ensuring safe patient care, mentoring new nurses, and managing staffing resources. Applicants should have a Professional Nurse qualification and at least three years of experience in a hospital, along with the ability to develop effective nursing care plans. This permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care excellence in a supportive environment.