About the Role
The Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital in Rondebosch is seeking a dedicated Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 with a specialty in trauma. This critical role involves providing comprehensive and specialized nursing care within a professional and legal framework. As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to holistic healthcare that profoundly impacts the lives of children and their families in the Western Cape. This position not only demands clinical expertise but also requires compassion and a commitment to service, making it an essential part of public healthcare in South Africa.
In this role, you will be an integral part of the healthcare community, participating in clinical practice development initiatives and educational activities that elevate the standard of care. Your work will directly support the mission of providing quality healthcare services to vulnerable children, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment during their critical times of need.
About the Department
The Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital stands as a beacon of hope and healing for children facing health challenges. The hospital is dedicated to providing specialized pediatric care while promoting research and education in the field of child healthcare. Working here means you will be part of a team that not only values clinical excellence but also prioritizes the welfare and development of its staff, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at improving health outcomes for children across South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver specialized nursing care in trauma and emergency settings.
- Collaborate with a diverse healthcare team to create individualized care plans.
- Ensure comprehensive documentation and effective health education for patients and families.
- Participate in clinical practice development initiatives and educational programs.
- Support the nursing division with resource management and operational tasks.
- Uphold nursing legislation and ethical standards to enhance service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification or equivalent that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Post-basic nursing qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science or related specialties.
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in nursing for Grade 1 applicants; 14 years for Grade 2 applicants.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Strong understanding of nursing legislation, human resources, and financial policies.
- Proficient in computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General/Child or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care Nursing (Child/Adult).
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post graduate diploma in the specific specialty.
Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, public holidays, after-hours, night duty and weekend cover for nursing.
Deputising for the Operational Manager: Nursing.
Competencies (Knowledge/Skills): Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how this impact on service delivery.
Ensure that clinical nursing practice rendered by the nursing team and promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards.
Effective interpersonal, leadership, organisational, decision making and conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrate a good understanding of People Management (Human Resources) and financial policies and practices.
Computer literacy (i.
e.
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Knowledge of FBU functions and management (ability to work collaboratively within FBUs).
Job Duties
Provide comprehensive specialized nursing care provided within a professional / legal framework.Participate with the multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic health care, provide good documentation, care, planning and health education.
To support and participate in clinical practice development initiatives, educational activities, and research.
Effective utilization of human and financial resources.
Provide support services to Supervisor and Nursing division.
