Job title : Unit Manager ICU
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : November 27, 2025
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Job Descripption
A Unit Manager in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a Registered Nurse with management and leadership responsibilities, overseeing the daily operations and staff within the ICU. They ensure quality patient care, manage resources, and develop the nursing team.Job Description
Strong quality patient care orientation in order to mitigate risksBLS competentMust be computer literate and have statistical abilitiesProvide health education to parents and patientsSupervise and orientate junior staff members and studentsPerform teaching rounds with junior staff members and studentsHigh energy levels and tolerance for stress / pressureAbility to render basic and advance nursing care without supervisionDelegate duties effectivelyManage staff in the unit in accordance with BCEA / HR PoliciesClinical competenceGood work management, planning and organising skillsProblem analysis / solving skills and accurate record keepingAdaptable and able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and independentlyStrong leadershipDetail orientated especially with stock managementLiaison between, doctors, patients and personnelExcellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levelsAbility to make critical clinical decisionsWork afterhours and weekends as operationally requiredJob Requirements
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered NursePost Basic Diploma or Equivalent in Critical Care GeneralProven experience as a Shift Leader or Deputy Unit Manager in an ICU settingExperience in the Cardiothoracic Speciality will be an advantageA minimum 5 years’ experience in the relevant specialtyExcellent interpersonal, communication and administrative skillsExcellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skillsAccurate record keeping and the management of stockCommitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projectsExcellent MS Office computer skills, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.Knowledge of the Kronos SystemMedical / Healthcare jobs