Ward Enrolled Nurse: Post-Op Care & Recovery

Stethoscope SA; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Stethoscope SA is seeking an Enrolled Nurse responsible for direct and indirect nursing care under supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role covers assessment, perioperative support, and maintaining sterile operating room standards in line with SANC, DOH and National Core standards.

You will assist the scrub nurse, monitor patients pre- and post-operatively, manage stock, adhere to infection control, document care plans, and contribute to a safe, patient-centred environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Nurse qualification and SANC registration are mandatory.
• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF 4 qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years as an enrolled nurse assistant.
• Post-Op nursing experience is essential.
• Experience in a private hospital environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Infection Control & Prevention is expected.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and judgement abilities.
• Resilience and composure under pressure are necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Be active in preparing, controlling and replenishment of stock.
• Support the patient on arrival into the ward pre-and post-operatively.
• Monitor a patient’s physiological and physical parameters.
• Provide appropriate treatment until recovery from anaesthesia and/or surgery.
• Assess the patient to ensure recovery and discharge readiness.
• Evaluate the care given during each phase.
• Contribute to holistic care of patients.
• Maintain infection prevention and standard precautions.
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care.
• Ensure patients have an appropriate nursing care plan.
• Assess surgery types and expected patient numbers.
• Compliance with documentation policy.
• Ensure stock is well controlled and managed.
• Maintain a therapeutic, clean and safe environment.

Skills

CPR/BLS

Infection control

Communication skills

Problem solving

Resilience

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 / NQF 4

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Current SANC registration

Job description

Stethoscope SA is seeking an Enrolled Nurse responsible for direct and indirect nursing care under supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role covers assessment, perioperative support, and maintaining sterile operating room standards in line with SANC, DOH and National Core standards.

You will assist the scrub nurse, monitor patients pre- and post-operatively, manage stock, adhere to infection control, document care plans, and contribute to a safe, patient-centred environment.