Hospital Unit Manager - Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma/Emergency Centre at MHR

Introduction    

• Our client, a leader in the private healthcare industry, is urgently looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) / Professional Nurse (PN) to work as a Hospital Unit Manager in Trauma  / Emergency. This is an opportunity to work a 3 month contract at a private hospital in Cape Town.
• Working hours will be Mon to Friday from 06:30 to 15:30 approximately.

Requirements    

• Registered with SANC as a Professional Nurse
• A qualification in Emergency Nursing is required
• A qualification in Nursing management will be advantageous
• A minimum of 5 years experience as a Professional Nurse within a Trauma/Emergency unit
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a leadership role within a hospital
• Clinical risk management knowledge and experience
• Knowledge and understanding of nursing functions and relevant nursing legislation
• Patient complaints management skills
• Prior knowledge of human resources processes, including employee relations and financial management.
• Experience in managing staff productivity and continuous improvement methodologies
• Upholds high ethical, confidentiality and professional standards
• Preferably own transport

Key Outputs    

• Ensure safe patient care by meeting set clinical quality standards according to company policies and procedures
• Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit
• Lead and manage the staff in the unit
• Manage the unit's operational and capital expenses according to financial and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources
• Manage and actively contribute to a positive patient experience in the hospital
• Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes
• Manage key stakeholder relations

Deadline:20th July,2025