Registered Nurse
Faircape
Noordhoek, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 21 December 2024

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Job Description

Faircape Health – Noordhoek Manor is a Care and Rehabilitation Centre that provides restorative care and rehabilitation for patients recovering from a variety of medical conditions, including Neurological, Orthopaedic, Surgical, and Respite care. Our focus is on conditions that directly impact patients’ rehabilitation progress and recovery outcomes.

Our world-class care aims to bridge the gap between hospital and home. Our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of healthcare professionals delivers care in a therapeutic environment that supports optimal healing and patient wellbeing.

We are seeking the services of an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at Noordhoek Manor.

As a key member of the nursing team, you will report to the Senior Shift Leader and be responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care, ensuring patients receive excellent clinical support throughout their recovery journey. You will work within a well-supported environment alongside a dedicated nursing and carer team, engaged management, and aligned healthcare professionals.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to make a meaningful impact, this is an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Tasks:

  • Develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient
  • Regularly review and update care plans based on changing clinical needs
  • Ensure care aligns with both medical and personal patient requirements
  • Monitor staff compliance with care plans and clinical protocols
  • Conduct high-risk assessments and maintain accurate documentation
  • Uphold best clinical practices at all times
  • Ensure safe and correct administration of medication
  • Manage medication storage and control processes
  • Implement and maintain infection control protocols where required
  • Manage stock levels and ensure adequate medical supplies


Emergency and Incident Management:

  • Respond to emergencies in line with established protocols
  • Escalate to emergency services when required
  • Act in accordance with patient directives (e.g. living wills)
  • Communicate incidents or patient status changes to MDT and families

Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
  • Up-to-date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.

Experience and Knowledge:

  • Proven experience as a Registered Nurse
  • Knowledge of dementia care, frail care, and palliative care beneficial

Skills and Attributes:

  • Strong clinical and patient care skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Sound judgement and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies
  • Team-oriented with a collaborative approach
  • Good time management and organisational skills

Specific Requirements:

  • Clear health record.
  • Clear criminal record.
  • Clear credit record.
  • Contactable references.

Working Hours:

  • Normal working days are Monday to Sunday.
  • You will be required to work 16.25 shifts per month.
  • 06h30 - 18h30

Faircape Benefits:

  • Quarterly performance bonuses
  • Long service leave 
  • Discount on our internet (ISP) packages


Benefits:

  • We offer a competitive Basic Salary plus Sundays work, Public holidays, Quarterly bonuses and additional shifts worked 

To apply or learn more about Faircape and the position, you can visit their website at https://faircape.co.za/.

Please note that if you do not hear from Faircape Health within two weeks, your application should be considered unsuccessful.