Unit Leader

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree leading to registration as a Registered Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) or Clinical Technologist (Independent Practice) registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). • Current registration with the applicable professional body. • Previous experience ensuring adherence to all relevant healthcare laws, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. • Post Basic Diploma in Nephrology Nursing. • Qualifications in Management, Leadership, Business Management, Healthcare Management, or a related field. • A Quality Management or Risk Management qualification will be advantageous. Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a dialysis, renal, or acute healthcare environment. • Demonstrated experience in leading and coordinating multidisciplinary healthcare teams. • Proven experience in delivering patient-centred care and driving positive patient outcomes. • Experience in managing clinical quality, patient safety, infection prevention and control, and regulatory compliance. • Experience in staff supervision, coaching, performance management, and workforce development. • Sound understanding of healthcare operations, resource management, and service delivery. • Minimum 2 years' experience in a Unit Leader or equivalent leadership role. • Experience managing unit budgets, stock control, resource utilisation, and cost containment initiatives. • Experience in stakeholder relationship management, including doctors, patients, families, hospitals, and service providers. • Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency. Knowledge

• Renal and dialysis clinical practice. • Patient-centred care principles and patient experience management. • Clinical governance and quality management systems. • Healthcare legislation, ethical practice, and professional standards. .special-hidden { display: none; }