Location Netcare Unitas Hospital
Reporting structure Deputy Matron
ROLE SUMMARY
The overall responsibility of the Unit Manager is the efficient supervision and direct
ion of all activities and related activities of the Unit, with the primary management function being effective patient care whilst adhering to the policies, procedures, philosophy and objectives of Netcare and the Hospital.
KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Management and supervision of staff.
- Management of Patient Care.
- Public Relations which include liaison with doctors/specialists, hospital management, staff, patients and their family.
- Cost Centre Management which includes control of equipment and stock.
- To perform week-end and on call duties.
- Management of aspects pertaining student accompaniment and in-service training.
- Maintaining of high Nursing standards.
- Flexibility in terms of working hours.
- The ability to take prompt action to accomplish work objectives.
- The ability to produce work of a high quality by accurately checking processes and tasks.
- The ability to work under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions.
- Registered with SANC as Registered Nurse.
- Degree / Diploma in Critical Care.
- At least 5 years post-qualification experience with a proven track record.
- A diploma in Management would be an advantage but managerial experience is essential.
- Strong leadership and strategic management skills.
- Excellent planning, communication, organising and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Be sufficiently healthy to meet the physical and mental demands of the position.
- Computer literacy (essential)
- Sound knowledge of the budgetary processes.
- Printed copies of this document are uncontrolled and must be destroyed after use
- Proactive problem solving skills with the ability to take initiative and make sound business decisions.
Coaching Others
*The capacity to recognize development areas in others and support them to facilitate personal development through coaching.
Leading and Managing Change
* The capacity to implement and support change initiatives and to provide leadership in times of uncertainty.
Performance Development
* The ability to evaluate and develop different levels of capacity within a team to achieve set
objectives.
Taking Action Capable of recognizing the need for action, considering possible risks and taking responsibility for results.
Decision Making Capable of making decisions timeously and taking responsibility for the consequences.
Managing Self Capacity to plan, organise and control own work environment by setting appropriate priorities and achieving set objectives within a given time frame.
Customer Focus and Service Delivery The capacity to identify and respond to the needs of
*internal and external customers.
*Internal and external customers include patients, doctors, colleagues, suppliers, visitors, vendors and any other person that requires a relationship
Adapting and Responding to Change Capable of supporting and advocating change initiatives and managing own reaction to change.
Continuous Improvement The capacity to improve systems and processes to facilitate continuous improvement.
Personal Work Ethic Capacity to instil an ethic of quality and consistency in self and others.
Building Relationships Capacity to establish constructive and effective relationships.
Communication The capacity to clearly present information, either written or verbal.
Teamwork Capacity to cooperate with others to work towards a common goal.
Technical Knowledge The capacity to perform a technical function to required standards.
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
Netcare Values At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in
everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care
and professional excellence.
- Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation.
- Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.
- Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.
- Passion - The creative, passionate and innovative drive to do things better than before.
- To Printed copies of this document are uncontrolled and must be destroyed after use develop and implement successful healthcare solutions for all.
- Participation - The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships
The Netcare Way Netcare is committed to providing quality care.
Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below five behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold:
I always greet everyone to show my respect.
I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
I am always well groomed to show my dignity.
I always seek consent to show my compassion.
I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
Deadline Date: 19.02.2014
How to Apply:
APPLICATION PROCESS 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.
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to e-mail a detailed CV to:
martha.venter@netcare.co.za
or
alternatively fax application details to:
0865820071
.
Please note:
- Please note that reference checks for internal applicants will be conducted with the current and past Netcare direct line managers of the applicant and the relevant Netcare HR Managers. Employees are therefore encouraged to discuss internal job applications with their direct line manager to ensure that the line manager is aware of the application.
- In the event of a candidate having any disability that may impair the individual’s ability to perform the job function, the candidate must kindly inform the employer so that an assessment for reasonable accommodation can be made
