Registered Nurse | Shift Leader

Purpose of the Role Provide and supervise professional, compassionate nursing care to elderly residents while leading the care team on shift. Ensure residents dignity, safety and well-being, and coordinate daily care activities of auxiliary nurses and care-workers. Key Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To Lead and coordinate all care activities on shift, ensuring high standards of clinical and personal care Administer medication and perform specialised nursing duties such as wound and stoma care, infection control and risk management Maintain accurate records, key registers and individual care plans, ensuring confidentiality at all times Promote residents independence, dignity and quality of life while fostering a safe, respectful environment Provide guidance, in-service training and performance feedback to care staff; participate in recruitment and disciplinary processes as required Monitor health and safety conditions, report concerns promptly and ensure adherence to policies and procedures Manage consumable stock levels and ensure effective communication between shifts Participate in organisational planning, meetings and quality improvement initiatives Be available for standby duties and after-hours emergencies as needed Criteria Registered Nurse with current SANC registration Minimum Grade 12 and at least 5 years experience in elderly or frail care Proven leadership and team-management skills with compassion and empathy Excellent organisational abilities, attention to detail and problem-solving capability Friendly, confident and professional manner Computer literacy : Outlook, Excel and Word Valid drivers licence and reliable transport Proficiency in English and Afrikaans, an additional local languages advantageous Willingness to work 12-hour day / night shifts on a rotating schedule and to be on standby for emergencies