Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit, Johannesburg

LetsLink recruitment is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Clinical Nurse to join the team of a private hospital in Johannesburg. As a Clinical Nurse in the ICU, you will be responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of individualized and holistic nursing care of patients and their families. You will coordinate patient care within the concept of the multi-disciplinary health team, using scientifically based nursing theories and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a clinical resource for personnel in the unit
• Ensure communication and interaction with family and health professionals for optimal patient care
• Assess, plan and implement advanced nursing care in accordance with standard nursing care procedures
• Initiate, direct and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) as indicated
• Evaluate patient care needs and develop nursing care plans
• Provide input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors
• Participate in ongoing educational needs of nursing staff and patients
• Maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge through professional development

Education and Experience:

• Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification
• Post Basic qualification in Critical Care
• Previous experience within an ICU essential

Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of general/specialized nursing theory and practice
• Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly specialized field of intensive care nursing

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application today to vacancy at letslink dot co dot za or contact Gary on 011 0261907

Please view our website: letslink dot co dot za and contact Gary.

Closing date: 30 April 2023

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