GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHER
POST: PROFESSIONAL NURSE (SPECIALITY - THEATRE)
SECTION: OPERATING THEATRE
NO OF POSTS: 02
REFERENCE NO: SMMH /NURS/04/2024
SALARY: Grade 1 R451 533.00 – R530 376.00 per annum
Grade 2 R553 545.00 – R686 211.00 per annum
BENEFITS: 13th Cheque, Medical aid and housing allowance (optional and provided incumbent meets the requirements)
APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma / Degree in general nursing or equivalent
- Registration with S.A.N.C. as a General nurse and midwife
- A post basic nursing qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science, with a duration of at least one year accredited with the South African Nursing Council.
- Current South African Nursing Council receipt
- Proof of current and previous experience endorsed by Human Resources
Grade 1: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate / recognizable experience after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in general nursing plus 1 year post basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science.
Grade 2: A minimum of fourteen (14) years appropriate / recognizable experience as a Professional Nurse of which at least ten (10) years must be appropriate / recognizable experience after obtaining the 1 year post basic in Operating Theatre Nursing Science.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Patient’s Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relation Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, etc.
- Knowledge of Operating Theatre processes and procedures.
- Good skills in: Communication, report writing, facilitation, co-ordination, planning & organizing, decision making, computer usage, interpersonal, time management, leadership and supervision.
- Team building and cross-cultural awareness.
- Ability to formulate patient-related policies.
- Basic understanding of HR and Financial policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations, Batho Pele Principles and patients’ rights charter, National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital Assessment.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
- Effective management of patients, displaying a concern for patients, promoting and advocating for proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements, and expectations.
- Provide a safe, therapeutic, and hygienic environment for patients undergoing surgery or minor operations.
- Ensuring effective participation in all hospital programs and adhering to IPC guidelines & Norms and Standards.
- Participate in the care of swabs and instruments in Theatre.
- Provide immediate care to all patients that have been operated.
- Prepare for the operations ensuring smooth running of the Theatre.
- Manage and monitor patients post-operatively in the recovery unit.
- Provision of quality services through setting of standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the implementation of National Priorities, clinical guidelines protocols, policies, practices, and procedures.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirements.
- Exercise control over discipline, grievances, and labour relations issues.
- Promote good working relationships amongst staff and patients.
- Assist in supervision and development of all nursing staff.
- Reduction of maternal and child mortality and morbidity rate.
Closing Date: 30th September 2024
Enquiries: Mrs F.E. Dlamini
Application to be forwarded to: Human Resources Department St Mary’s Mariannhill Hospital Ashwood, 3605 OR Hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager 1 Hospital Road Mariannhill 3610
Original Signed by CEO 6th September 2024
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