Professional Nurse -Ascot Park Hospital -Theatre

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.