Registered Nurse – Ortho / Neuro / Gynae / Vascular / General Scrub

Theatre

Busamed Gateway Private Hospital is recruiting for registered nurse – neuro/ortho/cardiac/vascular/General scrub to provide nursing care under the direct and indirect supervision of the Theatre unit manager, and within the scope of practice for registered nurses.

• Current SANC registration
• Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislation
• Diploma in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science – Operating Theatre Nursing would be advantageous

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Be able to work harmoniously as a team member ensuring allocated tasks are completed effectively
• Provide comprehensive quality nursing care to patients, based on individualised patient needs
• Ensuring that the surgical team functions within the guidelines of Infection Prevention Standards
• Providing a safe patient environment through effective and correct management of waste
• Sound knowledge of costs and cost containment including economic use of stock and accurate charging of all items
• Maintain effective relationships with all internal and external customers, and ensure all actions promote customer service excellence.
• Assist in the effective management of staffing cost through adhering to all Busamed Gateway Private Hospital policies with respect to personal time and attendance.
• Ensure clinical processes are in line with the policies and procedures of Busamed Gateway Private Hospital.

• Working experience in private healthcare or healthcare funding industry will be advantageous
• Experience and knowledge in the specified disciplines are essential
• Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
• Flexible – be able to work according to theatre requirements.

• Customer oriented with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change with good planning and organisational skills