Trauma Trained Unit Manager – Gauteng

Shift Pursuit; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in Gauteng seeks an experienced Trauma Trained Unit Manager to lead the trauma unit, ensuring high‑quality patient care and mentoring nursing staff.

The role focuses on clinical governance, infection control, risk management, and collaboration with doctors and hospital management to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/degree-level qualification in nursing administration or management is required.
• General nursing qualification at degree or diploma level is essential.
• Post-basic trauma/emergency nursing diploma is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Trauma Unit.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff.
• Ensure safe, patient-centred trauma care and uphold clinical standards.
• Monitor compliance with hospital policies and relevant healthcare legislation.
• Mentor staff, manage scheduling and resource allocation.

Skills

Trauma nursing leadership

Staff management

Clinical governance

Education

Degree in Nursing Admin and Education/Management

Degree/diploma in General Nursing

Post Basic Diploma in Trauma/Emergency Nursing

Job description

Introduction:

We are seeking an experienced Trauma Trained Unit Manager to join a leading healthcare organisation in Gauteng. Bring your clinical leadership, trauma nursing expertise, and strong management skills to a professional environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Trauma Unit.
• Provide effective clinical leadership and support to nursing staff.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred trauma care.
• Monitor and maintain clinical standards and best practices within the unit.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and relevant healthcare legislation.
• Manage staff performance, development, and competency within the unit.
• Assist with staff scheduling, rostering, and effective resource allocation.
• Monitor and manage stock, equipment, and other unit resources.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
• Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote infection prevention and control standards within the unit.
• Participate in audits, risk management, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Identify and manage clinical risks and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Manage and investigate incidents and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Collaborate with doctors, multidisciplinary teams, and hospital management.
• Provide ongoing mentorship, guidance, and training to nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with professional nursing standards and SANC requirements.
• Promote a positive, professional, and patient-focused working environment.

Requirements:

• Degree in Nursing Admin and Education / Management (Essential).
• Degree/diploma in General Nursing (Essential).
• Post Basic Diploma in Trauma/Emergency Nursing (Essential).
• Previous Unit Manager experience (Preferred).
• 3–5 years’ experience in Trauma Nursing (Essential).
• SANC Registered (Essential).

Tagged as: Gauteng, SANC, Trauma Unit, Unit Manager