The Unit Manager will also be responsible for monitoring and ensuring that Quality nursing care and service delivery is implemented and practiced within a multi-disciplinary team. In accordance, the Unit Manager will be accountable and responsible for coordinating capacity building, mentoring, coaching, training and development in his / her unit
Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to)
Provide effective leadership and management of the SCCU nursing team
Ensure the delivery of quality patient care and promote clinical excellence
Manage staffing, resource allocation, and operational efficiency within the unit
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, quality standards, and relevant healthcare legislation
Facilitate staff development, performance management, and ongoing training
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention, and risk management activities
Ensure the principles of infection prevention and all international standard precautions are adhered to
Ensure accurate clinical documentation and effective communication within the healthcare team
Participate in the hospital's after-hours and weekend on-call roster, providing hospital call coverage as allocated
Promote stakeholder relations
Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)
A relevant nursing qualification ( B Cur Degree/ or relevant management qualification)
Post Basic ICU qualification essential, Cardio thoracic experience advantageous
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislations
Compulsory BLS certification
Advantageous- ACLS/PALS/ITLS
Advanced Computer Literacy
3-5 years unit management experience in ICU essential, private sector advantageous