OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (GENERAL) West Coast District

Job Overview

Citrusdal Hospital in the Cederberg Sub-district is seeking an Operational Manager (Nursing). The role involves supervising patient care, managing resources, and implementing nursing standards. Candidates must hold a nursing degree/diploma, be registered with SANC, and possess at least 7 years of experience as a Professional Nurse. The position requires leadership, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. A valid driver's licence is essential.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• OR a 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing or equivalent that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• Minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Valid code B/EB driver’s licence.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, after-hours, weekends, public holidays, and night duty relief.
• Ability to travel for meetings, outreach, or operational activities.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to nursing in the public sector.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Strong leadership, organisational, inter-personal, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the provision of effective and efficient patient care.
• Coordinate and monitor the implementation and evaluation of nursing care plans.
• Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing staff and other stakeholders.
• Participate in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards, and procedures.
• Manage and monitor the proper utilisation of human, financial, and physical resources.

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