Trained Unit Manager, Emergency Department

SUMMARY:
Trained Unit Manager, Emergency Department This leadership role places you at the heart of the hospital''s Emergency Department

POSITION INFO:

Trained Unit Manager, Emergency Department
Lead Excellence in Emergency Care in a Private Hospital Setting
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal | R650,000 R780,000 per annum | Rotational Shifts

About Our Client

Our client is a respected private hospital in Pietermaritzburg, committed to delivering exceptional patient care through innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence. Known for its advanced facilities and patient-focused approach, the hospital offers a supportive and collaborative environment where healthcare professionals can thrive. With a strong emphasis on quality improvement and professional development, they empower their teams to make a real difference in patient outcomes.

The Role: Trained Unit Manager, Emergency Department

This leadership role places you at the heart of the hospital''s Emergency Department, where your clinical expertise and managerial acumen will guide operations, elevate care standards, and develop future nursing leaders. You will ensure the department runs smoothly, resources are optimally managed, and patients receive the highest level of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Emergency Department team, ensuring optimal staffing and resource allocation

• Maintain operational readiness in treatment, triage, and resuscitation areas

• Oversee departmental budgets, audits, and quality improvement initiatives

• Mentor and develop nursing staff, fostering professional growth and excellence

• Build strong relationships with doctors, patients, and multidisciplinary teams

• Uphold and enforce infection prevention and control protocols

• Drive problem-solving initiatives and implement effective operational solutions

About You

• Registered Nurse with the South African Nursing Council

• Post-basic qualification in Emergency Nursing

• Minimum of 3 years in a nursing management position (private hospital experience advantageous)

• Proven leadership and mentoring skills

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities under pressure

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Skilled in budget and resource management

• Resilient and adaptable in high-pressure situations

• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient care excellence