Professional Nurse Specialised - Critical Care Unit
Job Description
Mediclinic Hoogland Bethlehem South Africa
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDeliver 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 EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year post-graduate qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- Infection prevention and control
- Pharmacology
- Scientific nursing principles and process
- Nursing processes and procedures
- Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
- Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
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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