Registered Nurse - UM Medical Ward

Mednurse • Other • George, South Africa • 7h ago

Chief Purpose: - To ensure a high-quality, safe patient care experience that aligns with established clinical standards by effectively managing human and organizational resources within a structured unit.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe patient care by adhering to clinical quality standards and following company policies and procedures.
Identify, manage, and mitigate clinical risks within the unit.
Provide leadership and effective management to the unit’s staff.
Oversee the unit’s operational and capital expenditures, ensuring alignment with financial and budget guidelines and the efficient use of resources.
Actively contribute to enhancing the patient experience within the hospital.
Collaborate to achieve interdepartmental goals and outcomes.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Education Required
3- or 4-year Diploma or a 4-year Degree in Nursing;
Qualification in nursing education or nursing administration/management (advantageous)
Experience Required
At least 5 years of professional nursing experience in a hospital setting, with 2-3 years in a leadership role.
Experience in Infection Prevention and Control and Clinical Facilitation (advantageous)
Job Skills and Knowledge
- Auditing and accreditation processes
- Clinical risk management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy
- Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
- Financial management principles
- In-depth knowledge of the healthcare industry
- Human resource management, including employee relations
- Infection prevention and control practices
- Staff productivity management
- Comprehensive nursing functional knowledge
- Patient complaint management
- Familiarity with relevant nursing legislation