REGISTERED NURSE – EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

ROLE SUMMARY

The successful candidate will be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or group of patients. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs in the casualty emergency system and trauma accreditation process. The Registered Nurse will act a role model in the delivery of evidence-based care.

REQUIREMENTS

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse.
• Previous experience in an Emergency Unit in Private Healthcare.
• Trauma training will be advantageous.
• Ensure that patient records and registers meet legal requirements.
• Competent in demonstration and assessment of all clinical procedures and management of risks.
• A good understanding and application of the nursing scope of practice and knowledge of patient care.
• Basic knowledge of stock control principles.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures, scientific nursing process and BCA principles.
• Sound knowledge of nursing activities and procedures as per Scope of Practice of a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to identify and report near-misses and adverse events.
• Be able to function as an effective member of the nursing team by facilitating team effectiveness.
• Basic Life Support Training.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Deliver comprehensive and quality patient care to meet the health needs of the patients.
• Prevent, report and manage medico-legal risks in the unit.
• Conduct comprehensive patient care audits.
• Responsible for management and controlling of stock and maintenance of equipment in the unit.
• Give support and mentorship to junior staff members in the Unit.
• Ability to display sound judgements in problem-solving.
• Display a concern for excellence by adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset that acknowledges the value of the patients.
• Ensure a therapeutic and safe patient environment by maintaining health and safety standards and complying with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Control of stock and equipment in the unit.

PHELANG BONOLO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Botshilu Private Hospital actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.

Please note that only fully vaccinated employees will be considered.

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