OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING GRADE 1 (PN-A5): GENERAL UNIT

Job Overview

Mapulaneng Hospital in the Ehlanzeni District is hiring an Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (PN-A5) for the General Unit. The role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating optimal nursing services, managing resources, ensuring adherence to clinical standards, and supervising staff. Applicants must possess a Grade 12 certificate, a basic nursing qualification allowing SANC registration as a Professional Nurse, and at least 7 years of appropriate experience. A qualification in Nursing Administration and Management is an advantage.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12
• Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425 (Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse
• Minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing
• Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration and Management (added advantage)
• Basic computer literacy
• Strong Leadership, good communication and sound interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure, manage own time, and function as an effective leader
• Willingness to work shifts and standby

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Planning, Organizing, Managing, and coordinating as well as maintaining optimal Nursing Services as an Operational Manager in General Ward
• Develop / establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Nursing and stakeholders
• Participate in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, Standards, and procedures
• Effectively manage the utilization of Human, Financial and Physical resources
• Maintain professional Growth / Ethical standards and self-development
• Deliver a supportive service to the Nursing Service and the institution by taking overall supervision after hours and on weekends
• Ensure implementation of Norms and Standards and Ideal Hospital Framework and develop Quality Improvement Plans
• Manage Performance and Development of staff as well as participating in the Managers scheduled meetings
• Exercise control of discipline, grievance and other labour related issues in terms of laid down policies or procedures
• Manage data in the unit and ensure submission to the facility information office
• Identity develops and control Risk Management Systems within the unit
• Provide safe therapeutic environment as laid by Nursing Acts, Occupational Health and safety Acts and all the applicable prescripts
• Implementation and management of Infection Prevention and Control protocols
• Uphold the Batho Pele and Patients Right Principles

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