Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary - Hospitals at Intercare Group South Africa

Role Description

• The successful incumbent will be responsible for receiving, assessing, and delivering quality nursing care to patients before and after surgical procedures, ensuring safe recovery from anaesthesia and surgery until the patient is stable for discharge.

CRITICAL OUTPUTS

• Function within the scope of practice as prescribed by SANC, maintaining professional accountability at all times.
• Deliver safe, effective pre-operative and post-operative nursing care in accordance with patient care plans.
• Conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and accurately document all clinical findings.
• Assist with IV management, blood and fluid transfusions, specimen collection, wound care, and administration of prescribed medication.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and escalate concerns to the relevant healthcare professionals.
• Ensure patient comfort, dignity, confidentiality, and safety throughout the patient journey.
• Educate patients on post-operative care and communicate follow-up appointments clearly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant ward environment in line with OHS and infection control standards.
• Support efficient patient flow and deliver a high standard of customer-focused care.
• Maintain stock control and comply with Intercare’s financial and operational policies.
• Build positive working relationships with surgeons, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Role Requirements

• Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary qualification
• Atleast 2 years’ nursing experience in a theatre or surgical ward environment.
• Active SANC registration is essential.
• Ability to work shifts and overtime as required.
• Microsoft package knowledge / Computer Literate.