Unit Manager - ICU

SUMMARY:
One of our private client located in Richards Bay, is in need of a Unit Manager for the ICU Unit/Ward that will be responsible for coordinating improved quality nursing care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical practice.

POSITION INFO:
Keywork output and accountabilities :
Financial Management, which entail management of acuities and skill mix in such a way to ensure cost effective quality care. Manage all costs emanating from the department, ensure correct billing, stock management and purchasing. Governance and quality
management, risk management, patient care, transformation targets, people management, administration, resource allocation as well as teamwork.

Inherent Requirements :
Relevant nursing qualification – Diploma in General Nursing (NQF level 6) or B Cur
Degree (NQF level 7)
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Post Basic Qualification in Critical Care Nursing is essential (SANC Accredited)
Management qualification
A minimum of 4-6 years’ experience in a High Care/ICU environment essential
2-3 years’ Managerial experience in a multidiscipline complex
An Intermediate level of Computer proficiency
Sound Financial Knowledge and ability to interpret financial data

Knowledge :
Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly
specialised high care and intensive nursing
Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good
working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
Allocate staff members in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff to provide
appropriate nursing care for the individual patient regarding his / her needs and
specialised skills needed by the nursing staff member
Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders including doctors

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