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Operational Manager General Grade 1 (Medical Ward) PNA 5 Re-Advertisement - Reference Number : REFS/055933
Senior Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council as a professional nurse. Up to date registration with the SANC.
A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in general nursing. A qualification in Nursing Administration/ Health Service Management is a requirement. Computer literacy, Leadership skills, planning, organizing, coordination and communication skills.
Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions. Display empathy for patients, promoting advocacy and facilitating holistic treatment and care. Knowledge of nursing legislation, Health acts, policies and guidelines that governs patient care.
Duties :
Ensure clinical nursing practice by the nursing team(unit) in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the South African Nursing Council. Manage resources effectively and efficiently in the unit.
Participate in in-service training, research and self -development as Operational Manager. Participate in nursing audits in the Hospital e.g. Ideal Hospital Realization Framework. Provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff within the unit and give guidance. Demonstrate basic understanding of HR, Financial Policies and Practices.
Demonstrate effective communication with the patients, supervisors, other health professionals and junior colleagues including more complex report writing when required. Compose and analyze reports to improve quality care. Work as part of multidisciplinary team at the Hospital level to ensure good nursing care by the Nursing team.
Work effectively and amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able to manage own work and that of junior colleagues to ensure proper nursing services in the unit.
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