Registered Nurse

SUMMARY:
Well known private hospital group requires a Registered Nurse to join their team.  This position is based in Johannesburg South.

POSITION INFO:
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse or
Equivalent NQF 7 qualification
Have a matric qualification
Relevant experience in Medical Unit
Compulsory BLS
Advanced Computer Literacy
Flexible in working hours/shifts
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
The Registered Nurse will render and promote cost effective, safe quality patient care in accordance with hospital standards and policies and 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
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
Recognize life-threating situations
Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care
Promotion of patient’s health and wellbeing
Give a detailed handover to the wards 'sister
Audit of health records to ensure compliance
Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately
Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives and visitors