The Unit Manager will be responsible for coordinating Improved Quality Nursing Care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical practice. The incumbent will be accountable for coordinating Training, Development and Mentoring of staff in the Unit. The incumbent will also be expected to apply and manage the best and most effective operational practice by focusing on the integration of people, technology and finance drivers in ensuring that Unit costs are maintained within budget.
Manage Acuities and Skill Mix in such a way as to ensure cost effective Quality Care.
Manage all costs emanating from the Department.
Ensure correct Billing, Stock Management and Ordering.
Facilitate timeous and accurate Compilation of Files.
Ensure the unit is providing safe, cost effective quality patient care in line with the Clinical Governance strategy and evidence based practice.
Evaluate the patient’s journey through patient experience and stakeholder input.
Evaluate Nursing Quality Indicators and Clinical Outcomes.
Communicate effectively with patients, families and parents regarding the patient’s care.
Promote health and well-being of Patients and staff.
Ensure the principles of Infection Prevention and all standard precautions are adhered to.
Implementing group Quality Initiatives.
Ensure patient confidentiality.
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse.
A relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in General Nursing/ B Cur Degree) or equivalent NQF 7 qualification.
Post basic qualification in Management will be an advantageous
5 years working experience in private healthcare or healthcare industry will be advantageous.
Experience in clinical leadership
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
Management Experience will be advantageous
Computer Literacy essential
Sound financial knowledge and the ability to interpret financial data
