A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse – Medical ICU, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to the Unit Manager, Aphiwe Gcilitshana.  The successful candidate will be responsible for driving quality patient care along with other team members in the NICU; in line with clinical protocols of the company and hospital strategic objectives.

 

Critical Outputs

Effective cost management for staff and stock by

 

Evaluating employee labour hours and manage debit and credit hours

Minimising unnecessary stock wastage and facilitating maintenance of equipment

Providing quality patient care by

 

Identifying and ensuring staff undergo department specific micro orientation

Ensuring daily care rounds are conducted and investigation of complaints.

Providing accurate, appropriate and adequate information to patients and family members during hospitalisation

Assist doctors to perform daily cases and/or procedures

Providing effective risk management (SHEQ & infection control) by

 

Monitoring and implementing preventative measures to minimise risk

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards of the unit to ensure adherence to infection control and safety policies and procedures

Comply with ISO requirements in order to facilitate infection control

Conducting effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

 

Identifying doctor’s preferences and stakeholders needs and implement in the working environment

 

Requirements

 

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Nursing Experience in ICU essential

ICU qualification an advantage

Current registration with the relevant professional or regulatory body

Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage

Computer proficiency

 

Competencies

 

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement

Resilience

Engaging diversity

Verbal & written communication and presentation

Influencing

Drive & energy

Excellence orientation

Ethical behaviour

Building relationships

Customer responsiveness

Organisational awareness

 

Interested candidates can send their CV