MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Senior Professional Nurse in this role will oversee a 14 bed surgical unit. The incumbunt will function as a Line Manager to the team in ensuring a safe and positive client experience by mitigating clinical risks and co-ordinating care delivery. They further manage human and other resources to ensure that staff are engaged and processes are optimised.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Ensure comprehensive and safe patient care by mitigating risks and meeting set clinical quality standards
2.  Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit
3. Manage and actively contribute to a positive client experience in the 
   hospital
4. Lead and manage staff in the unit
5. Empower and build staff competence through continuous assessment and development
6. Manage the unit's operational and capital expenses according to financial 
   and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources
7. Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes
8. Manage key stakeholder relations

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Professional Nurse qualification and

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing if managing a specialist unit (e.g. Perioperative Nursing)

DESIRED EDUCATION

N/A

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

3 years Professional Nurse experience in a hospital

1 year mentor experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

2 years of leadership experience in a hospital

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE