Surgical Ward Nursing Assistant — Patient Safety & Care

Mediclinic Limpopo; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in South Africa is seeking a nurse to deliver safe basic nursing care according to the Scope of Practice. Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining accurate nursing records. Ideal candidates will have a higher certificate in nursing and strong skills in infection prevention, Basic Life Support, and patient observation. This entry-level position aims to enhance the patient experience and contribute to the learning environment.

Qualifications

• Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent) required.
• 1 year post qualification experience desired.
• CPD courses for specific speciality areas are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety.
• Contribute to a positive patient experience.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Basic Life Support

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Regulations regarding the Scope of Practice for Nurses and Midwives

Relevant nursing legislation

Scientific nursing process

Risk identification

Nursing procedures

Patient observation skills

Education

Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent)

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Job description

A healthcare facility in South Africa is seeking a nurse to deliver safe basic nursing care according to the Scope of Practice. Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining accurate nursing records. Ideal candidates will have a higher certificate in nursing and strong skills in infection prevention, Basic Life Support, and patient observation. This entry-level position aims to enhance the patient experience and contribute to the learning environment.