Professional Nurse Theatre (Day Clinic) – Mediclinic
Mediclinic is an international private healthcare services group, founded in South Africa in 1983, with divisions in Switzerland, Southern Africa (South Africa and Namibia) and the United Arab Emirates. The Group is focused on providing specialist‑orientated, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.
Main Purpose of the Job
To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice.
Key Responsibility Areas
- Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi‑professional team
- Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety
- Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
- Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
- Create a learning environment that builds staff competence
- Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged
Required Education
Essential Education : Degree / Diploma in General NursingDesired Education : Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate / diploma in relevant specialty areaRequired Experience
Essential Minimum Experience : NoneDesired Experience : 1 year post‑graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unitRequired Job Skills and Knowledge
Infection prevention and controlPharmacologyScientific nursing principles and processNursing record keepingPatient assessment skillsNursing processes and proceduresComputer literate (Microsoft Office)Develop / modify a nursing care planRelevant nursing legislationBasic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)Risk identificationAdditional Information
Seniority Level : Entry levelEmployment Type : Full‑timeJob Function : Science and OtherIndustries : Motor Vehicle ManufacturingLocation : Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal, South Africa#J-18808-Ljbffr