A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse ICU Qualified, based at Life Roseacres Hospital, reporting to the ICU Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic and optimal quality nursing care to critically ill patients in order to maximize a positive outcome for the customer in line with Company & Hospital's strategic objectives.
Function Nursing Facility Life Roseacres Hospital Position Registered Nurse | ICU Introduction A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse ICU Qualified, based at Life Roseacres Hospital, reporting to the ICU Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic and optimal quality nursing care to critically ill patients in order to maximize a positive outcome for the customer in line with Company & Hospital's strategic objectives.
Critical Outputs To provide quality patient care by
Providing quality basic and specialized nursing careContinual communication with the patient and family with regards to the patients conditionAdministering of medication in accordance to ethical, legal frameworkReview and comply with internal policies and protocolsEnsuring quality management systems and initiatives are conducted according to the unit specificationAdvocate the patient by motivating acuity to the case management and notify the doctor of any limitationsProvide effective people management by
Interacting and communicating with a multi-disciplinary teamProvide training and development to ensure personal and professional growthEnsure the ICU team works according to the scope of practice in order to ensure the correct skills mix is utilisedProvide 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 doctors 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 requirements Requirements Post Basic Qualification in critical careRegistration with SANCAbility to work shifts according to the operational requirements of the hospitalUnderstanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantageStrong interpersonal skill required1 year of experience in Intensive unit or High care unit will be an advantageComputer proficiencyStrong Interpersonal skills requiredMust be willing to fulfill a role in the unit according to the flexi-hours system and call system Competencies 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 Friday, April 19, 2024
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.
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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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