Hospital
Modderfontein
Closing Date
02 May 2024
Department
Cath Lab
Summary
The Registered Nurse will render and promote cost effective, safe quality patient care in accordance to hospital standards and policies. As a Professional Practitioner, the incumbent also is responsible for and is held accountable for his/her own acts and omissions. The incumbent will further be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or a group of patients, for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs.
Is a role model in the delivery of evidence based care and will actively participate in clinical governance, auditing of health records to ensure compliance, ensuring all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately, effective risk prevention and management, manage acuity and skill mix to ensure appropriate level of care.
Requirements
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Relevant qualification within a specialist area will be advantageous
Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislation
Computer Literacy essential
Fluent communication in English essential.
Work Experience
2 – 5 Years working experience within the Theatre environment
Three or more years of experience in a private hospital. Working experience in private healthcare industry will be advantageous
Relevant experience in all of the operating thetatre disciplines is essential
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
Knowledge
Practice patient care according to the Scope of Practice and assume total responsibility for these activities
Contribute to the holistic care of patients
Attend handover of report at shift commencement. Audit of health records to ensure compliance
Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care
Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives and visitors
Practice the principles of infection prevention and control
Carry out all departmental duties as assigned, and perform other duties as reasonably requested by the Unit Manager or senior staff member
Administer and store medication in accordance with the hospital policies. Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately
