Deputy Nursing Manager

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Mediclinic Panorama Panorama, Cape Town South Africa

Closing date: 16/04/2026

Number of positions: 1

Recruiter name: Philippa Vanda Botha

Reference number: 68990

Workplace Type: On-site

Permanent

To support the Nursing Manager in leading and coordinating safe, quality patient care.

Support the Nursing Manager to achieve quality patient care in line with the hospital operational goals and objectives

Manage patient risks to achieve patient safety in line with specified clinical outcomes

Ensure a positive patient experience in line with corporate benchmarks

Ensure optimal utilisation of a competent and engaged workforce and other resources in line with the relevant company guidelines

Lead and manage direct reports

Establish and manage key stakeholder relationships to achieve integrated patient care and positive clinical outcomes

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree/diploma in nursing, Appropriate leadership/management qualification

DESIRED EDUCATION: Discipline specific qualification, e.g. Critical Care Nursing Diploma

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 5 years experience in a supervisory position, e.g. Unit Manager

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 - 3 years experience in a supervisory position within a specialised unit

• Infection prevention and control
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
• Productivity management in nursing
• Clinical risk management
• Nursing functional knowledge
• Human resource processes including employee relations
• Knowledge and experience in auditing and accreditation processes
• Healthcare regulations and accreditation standards

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

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