Theatre Nursing Assistant: Patient Safety & Care

Mediclinic; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic Cape Town in Cape Town, South Africa, is recruiting a nurse to deliver safe, basic nursing care according to the Scope of Practice. This is an on-site, permanent position with a closing date of 15/11/2026.

Applicants should hold a Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent) and have knowledge of infection prevention, Basic Life Support, and nursing procedures, with the ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to ongoing staff development.

Qualifications

• Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent).
• CPD courses for specific speciality areas.

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 by assisting in the creation of a therapeutic environment.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
• Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence.
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charted.

Skills

Infection prevention and control

Basic Life Support

Scope of Practice regulations

Nursing process

Nursing procedures

Education

Higher certificate in nursing

CPD courses for speciality areas

Job description

Mediclinic Cape Town in Cape Town, South Africa, is recruiting a nurse to deliver safe, basic nursing care according to the Scope of Practice. This is an on-site, permanent position with a closing date of 15/11/2026.

Applicants should hold a Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent) and have knowledge of infection prevention, Basic Life Support, and nursing procedures, with the ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to ongoing staff development.