A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse Specialised Qualified in our Renal Unit, based at Life Knysna Private Hospital reporting to Unit Manager, Michael Jantjies. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic patient care to collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders in line with Company & Hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
Effective cost management for staff and stock by

Evaluating employee labour hours and manage debit and credit hours
Minimising unnecessary stock wastage and facilitating maintenance of equipment
Providing quality patient care by

Identifying and ensuring staff undergo department specific micro orientation
Ensuring daily care rounds are conducted and investigating complaints
Providing accurate, appropriate and adequate information to patients and family members during hospitalization
Providing effective risk management (SHEQ & infection control) by

Monitoring and implementing preventative measures to minimize risk
Comply with ISO requirements in order to facilitate infection control
Conducting effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Identifying doctor’s preferences and stakeholders needs and implement in the working environment

Requirements

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing and a PG Nephrology Nursing qualification
Nursing Experience in a Renal environment is essential
Current registration with the relevant professional or regulatory body
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
Computer proficiency
Driver’s license and ability to travel

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing
Drive & energy
Excellence orientation
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Leading my example (Key for Managers)
Motivating and developing people(Key for Managers)
Ethical behaviour

Please send your resume/CV