As the leading medical recruitment agency in South Africa, our client has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse ICU based in Tableview, Cape Town, South Africa. The RN ICU is to deliver expert nursing care to critically ill patients with intricate medical needs. With a focus on vigilant monitoring, administering medications, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and implementing advanced life support techniques, the nurse strives to achieve optimal patient outcomes and facilitate recovery within the challenging environment of the ICU.
Responsibilities:
Practice patient care according to his/her Scope of Practice and assumes total responsibility for these activities
Contribute to the holistic care of patients
Ensure that all patients have an appropriate nursing care plan
Carry out all departmental duties as assigned
Communicate with Health Care Practitioners regarding any change in health status
Mentoring and supervision of junior healthcare providers and support staff
Manage acuity and skill mix to ensure appropriate level of care
Reports and acts upon potential/actual risks identified
Maintain professional conduct and standards at all times in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
Promote and maintain good working and interpersonal relationships with management, colleagues and doctors
Perform other duties as reasonably requested by the Unit Manager or senior member of staff.
Job Requirements:
Diploma in General Nursing as Registered Nurse
Must have Critical Care Certificate post basic qualification
Must have valid SANC
3-4 years ICU shift leader experience in the private sector will be an advantage
Essential 3-6 years active ICU trained experience within the private sector
Experience in Nursing ECMO patients will be an advantage
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
If this vacancy is closed or you have any questions, please contact debby@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.