Registered Nurse

SUMMARY:
Half-day position (Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 13:00)

Our client is looking for a dedicated, professional Registered Nurse to join our client's dynamic team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality healthcare and support to residents.

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose:
Manage the care unit in consultation with the department's unit manager and the rest of our client's management team. Focus on operational planning for the unit. Lead day-to-day operations of the unit.

• Create a positive and safe atmosphere in the care unit where residents feel welcome, calm, secure, and safe.
• Supervise the daily resident care and activities, ensuring effective processes and procedures for residents are carried out by staff. Maintain reliable communication with residents’ families and ensure maintenance requests are submitted to the maintenance department. Monitor the overall functioning of the care unit and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage the staff and ensure optimal service delivery in consultation with the Operational Manager and Staff Officer.

• Registered Nurse with valid registration with the relevant health authority.
• Proven experience in leadership and management of a care unit or a similar role.
• Strong clinical skills and understanding of the specific needs of care patients.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans (written and spoken).
• Understanding of relevant legislation and regulations in the healthcare industry.
• Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office software).
• Ability to effectively document and report on patient conditions and care interventions.
• Accountability and insight to adapt and function in a dynamic, demanding, and rapidly changing environment with good problem-solving skills.

• Pension Fund
• Medical Aid Allowance