Nursing Services Manager

SUMMARY:
Nursing Services Manager - Mbombela (Nelspruit)

POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Nursing Services Manager Reporting To: Hospital Manager Location: Mbombela (Nelspruit) Salary: Dependant on experience We are seeking suitably-qualified individuals who meet the job requirements set out below. Key Responsibilities: Quality of Care & Patient Experience Drive and enhance customer service and quality assurance systems to ensure continuous quality improvement Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based nursing care aligned with best practice standards Monitor and improve patient experience and clinical outcomes Clinical Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality, Risk and Infection Control standards Oversee implementation and monitoring of infection prevention and control programmes Administer, review and update all nursing policies, procedures and protocols Financial & Resource Management Implement and manage the nursing budget, including monitoring of expenditure and cost containment initiatives Conduct cost analysis and implement corrective actions for budget deviations Manage and control stock usage and prevent losses across all units Human Resource Management Manage and optimise staffing levels based on acuity and bed occupancy Oversee recruitment, retention and development of nursing staff Ensure appropriate utilisation and control of agency staff Promote staff training, development and performance management Operational Management Provide leadership in planning, organising and coordinating nursing services Ensure efficient day-to-day operations within all nursing units Generate, compile and submit operational and statutory reports Stakeholder Management Build and maintain effective relationships within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure sustainability of services Minimum Qualifications & Experience: Diploma\/Degree in Nursing Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) Post-basic qualification in Nursing Management or equivalent (advantageous\/required depending on your policy) Minimum of 5 years' nursing experience, with at least 2-3 years in a management role Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality improvement and infection control Proven experience in budgeting and financial management within a hospital environment Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills If you meet the above requirements, and have the relevant experience, please apply by submitting your CV.