Locum - Registered Nurse at Faircape Group

• The services of an experienced, compassionate Locum Registered Nurse (Day and Night) are required to work between three of our facilities within the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town (Tokai Estate, Cle Du Cap, and Noordhoek Manor).
• If you're ready to lead with passion and make a positive impact, this role is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Tasks

• Develop and implement individualised care plans for each resident.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates of care plans to reflect residents' evolving health conditions.
• Ensure care plans align with both the medical and personal needs of residents.
• Monitor staff compliance with care plans and established protocols.
• Conduct high-risk assessments and accurately document essential information.
• Uphold best-practice methods and principles in all clinical tasks performed within the facility.
• Ensure the safe and proper administration of medication by yourself and nursing staff, adhering to established medication management procedures.
• Ensure medication is appropriately stored and blister packs are managed according to procedures.
• When required, implement and maintain infection control protocols.
• Manage stock, including adjusting par levels and restocking items in the supply cupboard when required.

Emergency and Incident Management

• Follow established policies in the event of emergencies, including contacting Emergency Services where required for the healthcare facility or village.
• Act according to patients’ living wills or advance directives during emergencies or resuscitation efforts.
• Ensure the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and families are promptly informed of any incidents or resident deaths.

Requirements

Qualifications

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

Experience and Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Shift Leader / Duty Sister.
• Experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of dementia care, frail care, and palliative care is advantageous.
• Proficiency in organising and delivering training sessions for staff development.
• Experience in scheduling and managing staff shifts.

Skills and Attributes

• Clinical Expertise: Strong clinical skills and experience in nursing practice, including assessments, treatments, and patient care.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Problem Solving: Ability to make critical decisions, solve complex problems, and handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing circumstances and adapt quickly to new protocols or procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment by working closely with other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Operational Oversight: Ability to effectively manage a nursing unit’s daily operations.
• People Management: Skilled in addressing and correcting staff behaviour or performance issues.
• Time Management: Efficiently manage time and resources during shifts to prioritise patient care and operational tasks.

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.
• Day shifts are from 07h00 – 19h00 and Night shifts are from 19h00 - 07h00