Registered Nurse | Trauma Experience | Emergency Unit

Life Healthcare

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A vacancy exists for a Trauma Experienced Registered Nurse, based at Life Bayview Hospital Emergency Unit, reporting to Unit Manager Carmen van der Merwe. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring delivery of uncompromising quality care in line with Company strategic objectives and applicable Health / Nursing legislation.

Critical Outputs Ensure effective quality management systems by

Attending and participating in Q programs and ensuring induction training is carried out
Ensuring monthly Q evaluator cards are completed and report to the shift leader or unit manager
Attending and participating in review and ward meetings in order to ensure conformance to QMS audit standards
Performing, understanding and complying with the company infection control standards in order to adhere to PPE standards and procedures
Adhering to safety measures

Ensure optimum operational efficiencies by

Ensuring correct and accurate stock administration
Correctly reporting patient movements on discharge or transfer
Ensuring correct and proper usage and maintenance of equipment
Ensuring personal absenteeism is minimised and justified
Working flexible hours in order to minimize agency costs and show willingness to assist other departments

Ensure effective quality patient care by

Performing and completing tasks assigned in order to maximize patient care
Ensuring patient hygiene, comfort and safety is measured in accordance with the nursing care plan
Following the correct techniques and wearing PPE's in order to promote the healing of wounds and fractures
Monitoring and recording patient intake of fluids
Ensuring the management and preparation of surgical and diagnostic procedures

Effective relationship management with customers by

Building and maintaining healthy relationships with internal and external customers and supporting all new staff members with the orientation program

Requirements

Needs to be registered as a Registered Nurse, with SANC
Current registration with the relevant professional / regulatory body
1 Year post qualification experience in an Emergency Unit
Current certification in Basic Life Support BLS and Advance Cardiac Life Support ACLS is essential.
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
Computer proficiency
Driver's license and ability to travel

Competencies

Deadline:28th August,2026