Trauma Trained RN ED X3

To promote and deliver quality patient care and wellness in accordance with industry standards and to execute Nursing duties within the standards, procedures and protocols set down by the South African Nursing Council and Scope of Practice. The incumbent will collaborate with Doctors, multi-disciplinary team members and the community in providing holistic support to patients and their family and loved ones whilst supervising allocated team members, within a specialized unit.

• Nursing degree/Diploma, Current registration with South African Nursing Council.
• Relevant emergency or trauma qualification essential.
• BLS qualification with updated ACLS/PALS/ATLS advantageous.
• 3+ years' experience within a Trauma/Casualty unit.
• Previous experience in a private hospital environment advantageous.
• Competent on ventilators.
• Computer Literacy.

• Perform nursing duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core standards.
• Adhere to the principles and standards of patient advocacy according to the SANC Acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, Patient Rights and Responsibility Charter, Code of Conduct, Patient Rights and Responsibility Charter, National Millennium Development goals and the responsibility of continuous professional development (CPD). Supervise, organise, lead and control quality of care work for self and team adhering to therapeutic standards and goals.
• Actively participate in internal and external auditing processes, for example DOH, National core standards, SHERQ, SANC and Risk Audit.
• Document patient care services by accurately charting inpatient and department records including updating care plans as patient needs changes.
• Monitor activities of nurses to ensure compliance with protocols, security and safety of patient environment, Group Nursing policies and procedures, SANC requirements on findings through regular unit rounds.
• Build mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize supplies and equipment in an economical manner reducing wastage whilst maintaining overall control.
• Ensure correct usage, cleaning and storage of equipment and report equipment that requires repair and maintenance.

Be an ambassador for quality patient care by living the company values and upholding the company image.