Netcare Careers – Unit Manager

Job Description:

The incumbent will also be responsible for monitoring and ensuring that nursing care and service delivery is implemented and practiced within a multi-disciplinary quality assurance team. In accordance the incumbent will be accountable for coordinating capacity building, mentoring and training.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implementing group quality initiatives
• Ensure correct billing, stock management and purchasing
• Ensure the principles of infection prevention and all standard precautions are adhered to
• Identify quality improvement opportunities and ensure appropriate strategy and Quality Improvement initiatives are developed and measured
• Evaluate nursing quality indicators and clinical outcomes
• Promote health and wellbeing of patients and staff
• Manage all costs emanating from the department
• Ensure compliance with protocols, policies and Acts
• Facilitate timeous and accurate compilation of files
• Manage acuities and skill mix in such a way as to ensure cost effective quality care
• Investigate all negative incidents and ensure appropriate capturing on IMS
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care
• Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals

Job Requirements:

• 2 or more years Managerial experience.
• Computer literacy.
• Experience in clinical leadership
• 2 or more years’ experience in a private hospital setting.
• Proficiency in English.
• Flexible working hours as per the need of the business.
• Medical unit experience will be advantageous
• Ability to work under pressure and to function independentl
• Sound knowledge of a Budgetary Process.

Qualification & Experience:

• A qualification in BLS/ALS is beneficial
• A relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in General Nursing/ B Cur Degree) or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification
• Registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse
• Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislations
• A diploma in Management would be an advantage

Job Details:

Company: Netcare

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Alberton, Gauteng, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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