Registered Nurse, Cath Lab - Netcare Union Hospital

The Registered Nurse will render and promote cost-effective, safe quality patient care in accordance with hospital standards and policies. The incumbent will further be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or a group of patients, for assessing, planning, executing, and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs, is a role model in the delivery of evidence-based care and will actively participate in Clinical Governance. 

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Audit of health records to ensure compliance.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately.
• Keep abreast of current research in the discipline.
• Effective risk prevention and management

• Maintain a therapeutic, clean, and safe environment that is free from medico-legal hazards.
• Adhere to the Netcare Resuscitation and Reanimation policy
• Adhere to Netcare medical waste management principles and all other waste management principles.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act
• Report and act upon potential/actual risks identified.
• Responsible for ensuring correct use, cleaning, and storage of equipment.
• Report equipment needing repair or replacement.
• Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
• Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal.
• Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional development.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining competence in CPR.
• Keep abreast of current research in the discipline 

SKILLS PROFILE

EDUCATION

• Must have a Diploma in General Nursing
• Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing
• Registered with The South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse / Midwife 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a Private Hospital Environment will be advantageous.
• Liaison with doctors
• At least 2 years’ experience in the Cath Lab environment

KNOWLEDGE

• Thorough knowledge of general / specialized nursing theory and practice
• Previous experience in Cath Lab 
• Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly specialised field

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