Introduction:
A vacancy exists for a Nurse Manager based at a Private Hospital in Durban reporting to the Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing leading and coordinating the nursing function within the hospital in line with hospital and company strategic objectives of growth, quality and people.
E-mail CV : ca*****@*********************co.za
Critical Outputs:
Effective operational management of clinical outcomes
Ensure optimal functioning of nursing operations by establishing clinical care risks with Unit Managers, developing
and implementing nursing care strategy and regular progress reviews with multi-disciplinary team including driving
compliance to LHC clinical standards
Drive compliance and improvement of LHC & nursing quality metrics and quality accreditation systems to ensure
reduction of risks and as safe patient environment
Lead, drive and participate in various LHC & Nursing quality initiatives and BOP’s
Effective financial management
Plan, prepare and monitor budget monthly, manage, together with relevant stakeholders, labour spend in line with
budget, patient requirements and actual activities, RSRT environment and ensure continued focus on internal DSO
Effective people management
Participate actively in Hospital management committee meetings.
Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
Effective building of relationships with internal/external stakeholders
Ensure productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders by participating in various
forums, cross-functional activities and by identifying networking opportunities.
Market the professional image of Nursing and the Hospital within the community, participate actively in marketing
initiatives and promote nursing as a career.
Drive formal nurse training and CPD to address critical shortage and competence.
Governance and risk management
Ensure optimal management of departmental governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and
control with appropriate transparencies and controls
Requirements:
Degree / Diploma in Nursing
Post-graduate qualification is advantageous
Current registration with South African Nursing Council
5 years’ relevant clinical experience and knowledge of the critical outputs within a medium or large hospital
5 years’ proven leadership and management experience within a medium or large healthcare facility (ideally private
healthcare)
Basic understanding of labour legislation.
Understanding of business principles and a commercial orientation
Computer proficiency (MS office)
Driver’s license and ability to travel
Sound business acumen
