Professional Nurse Specialised - Critical Care at Mediclinic

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


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


REQUIRED EDUCATION


ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in General Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION: Midwifery; Postgraduate certificate/ diploma in relevant specialty area


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE


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


KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS


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


REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE


Infection prevention and control
Pharmacology
Scientific nursing principles and process
Nursing record keeping
Patient assessment skills
Nursing processes and procedures
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Develop/ modify a nursing care plan
Relevant nursing legislation
Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards)
Risk identification


Closing date: 08/04/2026