Summary
The Deputy Nursing Manager will be responsible for the coordination of functions and activities related of the provision, promotion and assurance of quality patient care. This include acquisition of nursing staff; professional development of nursing staff; delivering of quality patient care; client relations management; implementing quality improvement strategies; managing risks; financial management related to nursing costs, capital budget and operational budget
Key work outputs and responsibilities:
Manage all related nursing services and activities according to the Busamed Mission Statement, policies and protocols whilst always upholding the Busamed Values
Ensure Nursing standards, quality assurance and mitigation/management of all actual and potential risk
Effectively contribute to and influence the provision of cost-effective quality nursing care
Active participation in asset management, operational and capital budget and clinical governance
Manage all Nursing costs in a collaboration with all key stakeholders
Facilitate effective change and conflict management whilst actively promoting innovation and staff participation
Promote retention and wellbeing through relationship building with all staff and key stakeholders
Actively participate in Transformation and the development of nurse leadership
Promote patient and physician satisfaction
Requirements
Candidate must be a qualified Professional Nurse registered with the South African Nursing Council
Administration/Management qualification is essential
Post-Basic Clinical qualification in a specialised unit would be advantageous
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Unit Managerial or similar position within private hospital environment
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
Knowledge
Relevant experience in the nursing discipline
Independent, innovative and team-oriented
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
Excellent administration and organization skills
Strong leadership and management abilities
Excellent computer skills
Passionate about customer service excellence
Highly motivated, energetic and able to handle pressure
Deadline:21st August,2026