Clinical Nurse (R/N) - Netcare Vaalpark Hospital

The Registered Nurse will render and promote cost effective, safe quality patient care in accordance with hospital standards and policies.

The incumbent will further be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or a group of patients, for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs, is a role model in the delivery of evidence based care and will  actively participate in Clinical Governance

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Audit of health records to ensure compliance
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately
• Keep abreast of current research in the discipline
• Effective risk prevention and management
• Maintain a therapeutic, clean and safe environment that is free from medico-legal hazards
• Adhere to the Netcare Resuscitation and Reanimation policy
• Adhere to Netcare medical waste management principles and all other waste management principles
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act

• Report and act upon potential/actual risks identified
• Responsible for ensuring correct use, cleaning and storage of equipment
• Report equipment needing repair or replacement
• Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
• Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal.
• Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures
• Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional development
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining competence in CPR
• Keep abreast of current research in the discipline

SKILLS PROFILE

EDUCATION

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse or equivalent NQF 7 qualification.
• Relevant qualification within a specialist area

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Relevant experience in the nursing discipline
• Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
• Previous experience in a Private Hospital Environment will be advantageous

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NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Company's approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy. Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.