RESPONSIBILITIES AMONGST OTHERS:
Ensure that appropriate health screening processes, for example, blood pressure, etc, have been conducted by Assistant Nurses
Assess and screen patients, identifying the causes of health care challenges
Prescribe relevant medication upon successful assessment of the symptoms
Ensure that patients understand how to take medication and advise them of any potential side effects
Identify and refer to the Medical Doctor, where the symptoms are of a complex and serious nature
Close and file patients' files appropriately upon completion of health assessment
Advise patients on healthy lifestyle and disease prevention measures
Ensure that all health care equipment is available for effective patient care and in good working condition
Guide and coach the junior health care professionals in patient health care
Ensure that all health care services are conducted in line with the Nursing Charter
COMPETENCIES:
In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and legislation governing healthcare practitioners
Ability to demonstrate professional ethics, maintaining standards and conduct in accordance with the South African Nursing Act (SANC) and SANC regulations
Proficient knowledge of computer-based data management programmes and information systems that manage medical records
Excellent written and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent people management skills
Excellent planning and organisation skills
Excellent report writing skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in General Nursing/
Registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse.
Post-basic qualification in Management is an advantage
Midwifery qualification
Experience in a casualty unit is an advantage
5+ years' experience practicing as a nursing or in primary health care in a Public/Private Hospital environment