As the leading medical recruitment agency in South Africa, our client has an exciting opportunity for an Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary Psychiatric based in Plettenberg bay, Garden Route, South Africa. The ENA Psych is to join a team at a highly specialized addiction center dealing with substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. The incumbent must be willing to fit into thelearning culture and be willing to share new ideas or techniques. The center is all about patient centered care and the incumbent must have a passion for helping people and thinking out of the box.
Responsibilities:
Provide nursing care to patients undergoing addiction treatment, including administering medication and monitoring vital signs
Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the provision of comprehensive care to patients
Maintain accurate and complete patient records
Participate in the education and support of patients and their families
Adhere to all infection control and safety protocols
Requirements:
Qualified as an Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
Minimum of 1 year in-patient experience in addiction treatment, psychiatric or mental health nursing
Ability to work in a team environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills with a high command of English
Knowledge of addiction treatment and mental health care
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Must be willing to work shifts
Salary is market related
Location: Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape
If this vacancy is closed or you have any questions please contact apply@medipath.co.za Please be advised that you will be contacted by Medipath Healthcare Recruitment within 14 days should we wish to proceed with your application. Similarly, if you are not contacted by Medipath Healthcare Recruitment, please accept your application as unsuccessful. Your CV will automatically be added to our database and we could be contacting you should a suitable position arise.