Orthopaedics Registered Nurse 2iC Job at Life Healthcare in Tshwane

Introduction:  
A vacancy has arisen for a position of Registered Nurse 2ic in the Orthopaedic Ward at Life Wilgers Hospital, situated in Pretoria. The above position reports to the Unit Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit and ensure quality nursing care to all patients.

Critical Outputs:    

Conduct basic duties as allocated by the Unit Manager.
Ensuring that unit is run according to acceptable legal standards.
Maintaining excellent patient and customer care in accordance with Life Healthcare standards.
Maintaining sound relationships and communication with patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team.
Building professional relationships with doctors and therapists to promote patient-doctor interaction.
Maintaining all Health, Safety and Infection Control Standards.
Assist the Unit Manager to manage the unit’s budget, incl. control and maintenance of equipment, pharmacy stock, under / over recovery, stock holding, gross profit margins and debtors days.
Assist with the effective management of the Ward Management System and CBT.

Requirements:    

Must be Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years experience and be registered with SANC.
Competencies required: Strong customer orientation, team player, very energetic, well organized.
Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
Strong inter-personal skills required.                                                                                
Must be willing to fufill a role in the ward according to the flexi - hours system.     Proven leadership abilities a prerequisite

Deadline Date: 28.02.2014
How to Apply:

Competencies:    
Contact:    

Dodo Haskins
Hospital HR Manager
Tel: (012) 807-8176
Fax: (012) 807-6497
Dodo.Haskins@lifehealthcare.co.za

Life Wilgers will respond to shortlisted candidates only.  
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can assume that their application have been unsuccessful.

 Function:     Nursing
Facility:     Life Wilgers Hospital, Tshwane
Position:     Registered Nurse 2iC - Orthopaedics