Mediclinic is an international private healthcare services group with hospitals, clinics, and other facilities in Switzerland, Southern Africa, and the Middle East. Founded in South Africa in 1983, the company has grown into a major provider of multi-disciplinary medical services. The company provides a range of healthcare services, including acute care, specialist consultations, and emergency services, with the core purpose of enhancing the quality of life for its patients. 

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To deliver safe, quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team
• Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
• Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
• Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:  Enrolled Nurse Certificate
• DESIRED EDUCATION: For specialised wards, CPD courses in specific speciality area

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• DESIRED EXPERIENCE:  1 year post qualification experience before placement in a specialised unit

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Basic life support trained
• Infection prevention and control
• Pharmacology
• Scientific nursing principles and process
• Patient assessment skills
• Nursing processes and procedures
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Nursing care plan skills
• Risk identification