Professional Nurse -Ascot Park Hospital -Theatre at Joint Medical Holdings

PURPOSE OF POSITION


To provide age-appropriate patient care according to the nursing scope of practice as defined by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).


KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS


Must be able to practice within your scope of practice as a Registered Nurse.
Ability to understand and follow policies, procedures, and protocols.
Must be competent with the Hospital's Policies and Regulations.
Ability to lead and supervise staff in theatre.
Must have experience in handling drugs and scheduling is a legal requirement.
Equipment maintenance and motivations.
Ability to teach staff in the unit.
To uphold the highest standards within Theatre.
Comply with SANC and stakeholder legislation.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS


Must be registered with SANC as a Registered Nurse with valid APC.
Good interpersonal skills with doctors, patients and colleagues are essential.
Preferably have two or more years of experience as a Scrub Sister.
Preferably be trained or qualified.
Must be prepared to work additional hours.
Must have excellent telephone skills.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work independently under minimum supervision.
Must be computer literate - MS Word & Excel.


SKILLS


Aseptic technique and sterile field maintenance.
Surgical instrumentation knowledge and handling.
Intraoperative assistance to surgeons.
Instrument, swab, and needle counts.
Infection prevention and control.
Patient safety and advocacy.
Theatre preparation and equipment management.
Strong communication and teamwork.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Critical thinking and problem-solving.
Time management and organizational skills.
Adaptability in a fast-paced operating theatre.
Knowledge of theatre protocols and safety standards.
Accurate documentation and record-keeping.