A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse Trauma Qualified based at Life Wilgers Hospital in Pretoria East , reporting to the Unit Manager in the Trauma Unit. The successful candidates will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit and ensure quality nursing care to all patients.
Introduction
A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse Trauma Qualified based at Life Wilgers Hospital in Pretoria East , reporting to the Unit Manager in the Trauma Unit. The successful candidates will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit and ensure quality nursing care to all patients.
Critical Outputs
To provide quality patient care by
- Providing quality basic and specialized nursing care
- Continual communication with the patient and family with regards to the patient’s condition
- Administering of medication in accordance to ethical, legal framework
- Review and comply with internal policies and protocols
- Ensuring quality management systems and initiatives are conducted according to the unit specification
- Advocate the patient by motivating acuity to the case management and notify the doctor of any limitations
Provide effective people management by
Interacting and communicating with a multi-disciplinary teamProvide training and development to ensure personal and professional growthEnsure the Trauma team works according to the scope of practice in order to ensure the correct skills mix is utilizedProvide effective cost management by
Managing all stock used according to unit specific policies and protocolsControl and manage staff hours leave in accordance with the company policyProvide effective Infection Control and SHEQ by
Maintaining a safe and holistic patient environment in order to enforce infection controlPromoting a safe and healthy working environment by completing SHEQ alerts and incident reports to the SHEQ CoordinatorEnsuring effective relationships with internal / external stakeholders by
Conducting in-service orientation on doctor specific preferencesExecute doctor’s requests and prescriptions after patient roundsAssisting in multi-disciplinary team members with the execution of their dutiesEnsuring the effective functioning of equipment and instrumentation
Check equipment and instrumentation are in working condition on a daily basis and report any defaults to Unit Manager and Clinical EngineerEducate and supervise staff and doctors on the correct utilisation of specialised equipment and instrumentationEnsuring effective record keeping by :
Ensuring records and accurately completed and stored in accordance with legal and ethical requirementsRequirements
Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing – Must be a registered nurse with SANC.Post graduate diploma / degree in Trauma and Emergency Nursing Science.1- years post qualification experience in an Emergency Unit.Strong customer orientation, team player, very energetic and well organizedMust be flexible to work on both day and night duty / shift work required.Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.Competencies required : Strong customer orientation, team player, energetic, resilient and well organised, fast worker.Competencies required : Strong customer orientation, team player, energetic, resilient and well organised, fast worker.Strong inter-personal skills required.Required to have good critical clinical decision-making skillsCompetencies
Problem-solving, analysis and judgementResilienceEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication and presentationInfluencingDrive & energyExcellence orientationEthical behaviourBuilding relationshipsCustomer responsivenessOrganisational awarenessLeading my example (Key for Managers)Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)Email Closing date Thursday, October 23, 2025
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.
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