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Unit Manager - Medical Ward and Mental Health Wards
The Unit Manager will be responsible for coordinating Quality Nursing Care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical practice. The incumbent will be accountable for coordinating training, development and mentoring of staff in the Unit. The incumbent will be expected to apply and manage the best and most effective operational practice by focusing on the integration of people, technology and financial drivers in ensuring that Unit costs are maintained within budget.
Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric
A relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in General Nursing/ B Cur Degree) or equivalent NQF 7 qualifications
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislations
Post-basic qualification in Management will be advantageous
Work Experience
Relevant experience in Medical and Mental Unit is required
Relevant experience in clinical leadership is required
3 or more years’ working experience in the same position is advantageous
Experience in Management and Clinical Leadership
Relevant qualification within a specialist area will be advantageous
Knowledge
Computer Literacy essential
Sound financial knowledge and the ability to interpret financial data
Nursing standards
Manage Acuities and Skill Mix in such a way as to ensure cost effective Quality Care
Manage all costs emanating from the Departments
Ensure correct Billing, Stock Management and Ordering
Facilitate timeous and accurate Compilation of Files
Ensure the units are providing safe, cost-effective quality patient care in line with the Clinical Governance strategy and evidence-based practice
Evaluate the patient’s journey through patient experience and stakeholder input
Evaluate Nursing Quality Indicators and Clinical Outcomes
Communicate effectively with patients, families and parents regarding the patient’s care
Promote health and well-being of patients and staff
Ensure the principles of Infection Prevention and all standard precautions are adhered to
Implementing group Quality Initiatives
Ensure patient confidentiality
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
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