Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a registered theatre nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and has the necessary skills and experience to thrive in a busy theatre environment.

We are in search for a candidate who will render and promote cost effective, safe, quality patient care in accordance with the hospital standards and policies. The team member will further be responsible for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs.

The Registered Nurse is a role model in the delivery of evidence-based care.

This team member will actively participate in Clinical Governance. The team member will be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or group of patients.

The team member will perform nursing duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core standards

Further Role Breakdown :

• Contribute to the holistic care of patients.
• Maintain the principals of aseptic technique when opening packs and consumables.
• To help control patient and hospital costs through the correct, safe, and economical use of supplies and equipment.
• Effective communication with patients regarding their care.
• Promote and maintains good public relations with patients, relatives, and visitors.
• Ensure proper evidence-based nursing care.
• Ensure that all patients have an appropriate nursing care plan.
• Communicate with Health Care Practitioners regarding any change in health status.
• Compliance with documentation policy.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed.
• Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining competence in CPR/BLS/Anesthetic refresher course
• Project a positive professional image.
• Promote and maintains good working and interpersonal relationships with management, colleagues, and doctors.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of operating rooms
• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures
• Monitor patients during surgery and post-operative recovery

Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification.

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Current registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)

Minimum of 5 years as registered Nurse working in theatre

Scrub nursing experience

Floor nurse and Anaesthetic experience

Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient safety.

Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in this highly specialized field.

Knowledge of Infection Control & Prevention.

To demonstrate an understanding of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the multi-disciplinary team members

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement

Resilience

Excellent verbal & written communication and presentation

Customer responsiveness

Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business hours

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and personal development. If you are a registered theatre nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your online application to us. We look forward to hearing from you!