482 Nursing Manager jobs in South Africa

Job purpose:

To plan, lead, organize, develop and direct the overall operations of the Group Nursing function to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and Group standards. In addition, to direct, coordinate and take accountability for delivery of the Group’s Nursing strategy and operational objectives into the Group’s hospitals including the Nursing Academy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Post-graduate Nursing degree essential.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.
• Relevant management qualification advantageous.
• Proven leadership and nursing management experience within a hospital environment (ideally private hospitals). This management experience should either be at Group Nursing or senior Nursing management level.
• Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
• Understanding of HR principles and labour legislation.
• Understanding of business principles and a commercial orientation (i.e. basic principles of financial management).
• Computer proficiency – MS Office/Excel

Key Outputs

Management of Nursing service delivery and quality patient care:

• Perform all duties in accordance with South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards.
• Make independent, informed decisions when circumstances warrant it.
• Demonstrate knowledge of practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines governing all Nursing functions.
• Adhere to the principles and standards of patient advocacy according to SANC Acts and omissions, Company Code of Conduct, Patient Rights and Responsibility Charter, National Millennium Development goals and under the responsibility of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Develop and translate the overall Group Nursing Strategy by driving operational targets aligned to the strategic objectives and cascading such targets to Nursing Services Managers (NSM’s) across all hospitals.
• Lead Group Nursing operations driving optimal functioning and efficiencies whilst monitoring the overall performance of Nursing related activities across the hospitals.
• Direct compliance to Group clinical standards by consistently reviewing the Group’s performance against agreed objectives through quality of service delivery audits and achievement of SHERQ targets and Nursing Academy targets.
• Identify best practice and direct quality initiatives to uplift the overall Nursing- and Nursing Academy standards.
• Build a Nursing and academic culture based on P.RA.C.T.I.C.E values and linked behaviors.
• Identify opportunities to build and strengthen the overall Group image and branding within the healthcare sector.
• Develop relevant policies and procedures and ensure their implementation and sustainability across Group hospitals through continuous review and assessment.

Relationship management with key stakeholders:

• Develop productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders by participating in various forums, cross functional meetings/activities and by identifying networking opportunities. ? Establish and sustain mutually beneficial relationships with all stakeholders to achieve integrated patient care.
• Drive a positive patient (customer) experience by ensuring NSM’s and their Unit Managers drive a customer-oriented service.
• Establish corrective measures across the Nursing to address shortcomings and closure of gaps through analysis of data and metrics including feedback from “MyVoice” platform.”
• Market the professional image of Nursing and the hospital within the community by participating actively in various marketing initiatives and promoting Nursing as a career.
• Drive effective complaint resolution through NSM’s and their Unit Managers and monitor the effectiveness of complaint management.
• Escalate issues for resolution to Line Manager immediately.

Achievement of Nursing financial targets:

• Drive effective financial control measures within the Nursing Department and Academy through cost optimization efforts and reducing clinical wastage.
• Achieve accurate and timeously reporting of Nursing and academic data, including timeously incident and risk management.
• Remain accountable for the overall Group Nursing budget ensuring nursing expenditure is in line with hospital requirements and actual activities.
• Achieve optimal operating efficiencies through effective human resources and other resource management.
• Collaborate with NSM’s and analyze time and attendance data to identify opportunities to reduce cost and wastage.

People management:

• Drive and demonstrate visible leadership in respect of company values, operating model and strategy.
• Strive to continuously improve and strengthen NSM and Nurse competency, including Nursing staff, Educators and Clinical Facilitators at hospitals and within the Nursing Academy through identification of effective teaching and information communication platforms including a back to basics agenda, when necessary
• Develop action plans to resource, advance and retain the skills within specialized units and overall Nursing staff.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives within Nursing and the Academy that further company performance.
• Participate actively and contribute in organizational leadership meetings.
• Drive organizational goals of NSM’s and Nursing Academy to create a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Achieve optimal management of Nursing function and Nursing Academy through ethical behavior and good governance aligned to Group policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership and development to direct reports, including performance management contracting and identification of training and development needs

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Nursing (BCur or equivalent); Masters degree in Nursing, Healthcare Management, or a related field preferred.
• Valid registration with the relevant national nursing council or board.
• Minimum of 3-5 years nursing leadership experience, including experience in multi-facility or group-level roles.
• Proven track record in managing large nursing teams and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of private healthcare systems, clinical standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse clinical and executive teams to achieve shared goals.

Are you an expert medical aid consultant with management experience? Have you been involved in retaining a portfolio of corporate clients whilst looking for new business opportunities to grow your portfolio? We're hiring!

Aon South Africa is recruiting a Healthcare Manager in our Employee Benefit Solutions, based on a hybrid basis from our Head Office in Sandton. The Healthcare Manager is responsible for managing a team or teams of health and benefits consultants to execute the business unit strategies. These responsibilities include developing professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures, financial management, sales management and cross selling.

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

Providing strategic support to clients in respect of healthcare strategies and interventions and activities in their companies.

Leadership and management of health and benefits consultants.

Implementation of client excellence programs.

Financial management of the cost centre, including compilation of budgets, forecasts and management of expenditure.

Implementation of compliance checks.

Client retention and growth of portfolio of clients.

Identifying cross and up selling opportunities.

Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Engaging in business development and/or contributing directly or indirectly to all business development efforts in Aon South Africa

What makes Aon different are the people and the culture. Aon colleagues support each other, across geographies and solution lines. Aon has the tools plus depth and breadth of experience to drive great outcomes for our clients, while providing the optimal environment for the career and personal growth of our colleagues.

Qualifications.

• A recognised matric qualification.
• An NQF 5 or equivalent qualification in healthcare
• A relevant bachelor’s degree from a reputable tertiary educational institution would be advantageous.
• Registration as a representative with the FSCA in terms of the FAIS act and CMS.
• Accreditation on 8 medical schemes, 4 Gap cover schemes and 3 occupational health products is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of group risk pension and provident funds.
• KI
• Higher Certificate in Financial Planning
• Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing or Business Management would be an advantage

Knowledge.

• A well-developed understanding of the medical scheme industry and legislation and regulations governing the industry.
• A well-developed understanding of medical scheme financials.
• Strategic Portfolio Manager presenting strategic recommendations to senior management as well as implementation of strategies.
• Skilled in facilitating effective partnerships between clients and service providers.
• Key Individual ensuring service excellence, compliance and information management.
• Systemic Reasoning, Integration and Deign Thinking.
• Financial Management including Budgeting of the portfolio.
• Report writing for Senior Management meetings and client feedback. Compiling and presenting of Market Evaluation Reports
• Project Management including migration, mergers and change management.
• Business growth through new business, collaboration and upselling within new and existing clients
• Understanding collaboration between business divisions.
• Representation of known industry body

Skills and Attributes.

• Well-developed analytical skills, i.e. problem-solving, potential problem analysis, decision analysis.
• Well-developed leadership and team management skills.
• Well-developed spoken and written communication skills.
• Well-developed influencing and persuading skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Digital literacy in Excel and Word.
• Well developed in managing budget
• Minimum of 7 employees direct reporting line

Experience.

• At least 5 to 10 years’ experience in a similar or related role.
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years management experience.
• Extensive healthcare experience.
• A consistent record of achievement as a consultant.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email

Are you an expert medical aid consultant with management experience? Have you been involved in retaining a portfolio of corporate clients whilst looking for new business opportunities to grow your portfolio? We're hiring!

Aon South Africa is recruiting a Healthcare Manager in our Employee Benefit Solutions, based on a hybrid basis from our Head Office in Sandton. The Healthcare Manager is responsible for managing a team or teams of health and benefits consultants to execute the business unit strategies. These responsibilities include developing professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures, financial management, sales management and cross selling.

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

Providing strategic support to clients in respect of healthcare strategies and interventions and activities in their companies.

Leadership and management of health and benefits consultants.

Implementation of client excellence programs.

Financial management of the cost centre, including compilation of budgets, forecasts and management of expenditure.

Implementation of compliance checks.

Client retention and growth of portfolio of clients.

Identifying cross and up selling opportunities.

Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Engaging in business development and/or contributing directly or indirectly to all business development efforts in Aon South Africa

What makes Aon different are the people and the culture. Aon colleagues support each other, across geographies and solution lines. Aon has the tools plus depth and breadth of experience to drive great outcomes for our clients, while providing the optimal environment for the career and personal growth of our colleagues.

Qualifications.

• A recognised matric qualification.
• An NQF 5 or equivalent qualification in healthcare
• A relevant bachelor’s degree from a reputable tertiary educational institution would be advantageous.
• Registration as a representative with the FSCA in terms of the FAIS act and CMS.
• Accreditation on 8 medical schemes, 4 Gap cover schemes and 3 occupational health products is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of group risk pension and provident funds.
• KI
• Higher Certificate in Financial Planning
• Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing or Business Management would be an advantage

Knowledge.

• A well-developed understanding of the medical scheme industry and legislation and regulations governing the industry.
• A well-developed understanding of medical scheme financials.
• Strategic Portfolio Manager presenting strategic recommendations to senior management as well as implementation of strategies.
• Skilled in facilitating effective partnerships between clients and service providers.
• Key Individual ensuring service excellence, compliance and information management.
• Systemic Reasoning, Integration and Deign Thinking.
• Financial Management including Budgeting of the portfolio.
• Report writing for Senior Management meetings and client feedback. Compiling and presenting of Market Evaluation Reports
• Project Management including migration, mergers and change management.
• Business growth through new business, collaboration and upselling within new and existing clients
• Understanding collaboration between business divisions.
• Representation of known industry body

Skills and Attributes.

• Well-developed analytical skills, i.e. problem-solving, potential problem analysis, decision analysis.
• Well-developed leadership and team management skills.
• Well-developed spoken and written communication skills.
• Well-developed influencing and persuading skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Digital literacy in Excel and Word.
• Well developed in managing budget
• Minimum of 7 employees direct reporting line

Experience.

• At least 5 to 10 years’ experience in a similar or related role.
• A minimum of 2 to 3 years management experience.
• Extensive healthcare experience.
• A consistent record of achievement as a consultant.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email

Nursing Unit Manager, Mental Health Clinic - Pretoria

Our client, a Mental Health Clinic, based in Pretoria, is seeking to recruit a Senior Unit Manager who can also act as the 2IC Nursing Services Manager.

The Unit Manager will be responsible for coordinating improved quality nursing care by ensuring compliance to a professional and ethical practice.

As the 2IC Nursing Services Manager, the incumbent will also be responsible for assisting with general management as well as to manage and oversee all operational matters particularly pertaining nursing operations.

Responsibilities:

Unit Manager:

• Manage acuities and skill mix to ensure cost effective quality care.
• Manage costs emanating from Department.
• Ensure correct billing, stock management and purchasing.
• Manage timeous and accurate compilation of files.
• Identify quality improvement opportunities, ensure appropriate strategy and quality improvement.
• Professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge.
• Keep abreast of current research in the applicable discipline.
• Assign decision making, authority, tasks and responsibility to appropriate persons in order to maximize organization and employee effectiveness.
• Monitor staff attendance/absenteeism.
• Enforce dress code.
• Facilitate effective change and conflict management.
• Orientation of new staff and students.
• Create a positive environment.
• Build strategic inter-departmental relationships to help achieve business goals.
• Manage effective working relationships with service providers and public liability.

General Management:

• Laisse with clinic management and other associated external management structures associated with the clinic.
• Laisse with all regulatory bodies.
• Oversee and laisse with all operational unit managers.

Nursing Services:

• Assist with the developing of SOPs & General Policies pertaining the nursing services of the clinic.
• Manage the total quality of the nursing care of the hospital.
• Manage the administrative policies, procedures and protocols that support the nursing services.
• Coordinate and lead shift handover meetings with senior RNs.
• Oversee, monitoring and managing sufficient nursing staff planning.
• Provide ongoing training and monitoring of skills obtained.
• Compile and implement yearly training schedule.
• Performance evaluation of nursing staff.
• Promote mentorship and training in the Nursing Unit.
• Overseeing, monitoring, and maintaining accurate patient- and other records.
• Overseeing, monitoring, and maintaining compile shift reports.
• Provide high-quality and safe patient care.
• Manage and record all incidents and near misses.
• Overseeing infection prevention and control.
• Overseeing, management of all medical, non-medical stock and equipment in the Nursing Unit.
• Medication Oversee and Laisse with Medical Management RN and Hospital board.
• ECT Oversee, monitoring and laisse with ECT RN.
• OHSA Manage and oversee the Occupational Health & Safety, Quality Control

General Operational:

• Managing and ensure compliance with all regulatory documents and protocols.
• Organization and planning with respect to all units of Hospital and initiative to develop updated protocols within the framework of a company.
• Managing and assisting in developing and implementing skills development program in conjunction with other unit managers.
• Managing and assisting in compiling sufficient BBB -EE compliancy in conjunction with relevant service provider
• Managing and assisting in HR practices for the nursing staff in conjunction with relevant service
• Oversee and laisse in HR practices with unit managers of different units and other staff members as needed provider in conjunction with relevant service provider.
• Managing and assisting in occurring legal matters in co -operation and conjunction with legal team.
• Managing and assisting with patient, and patient-related matters and complaints in accordance with hospital protocols and coordinating with outsourced service providers as needed.
• Manage and oversee the total quality and operational housekeeping services of the facility in conjunction with unit managers.
• Manage and oversee adhering to financial management guidelines provider in conjunction with relevant service provider.
• Manage and oversee efficient staff planning, leave planning and assist with payroll functions (e.g. compiling timesheets,) in conjunction with other unit managers.
• Manage and oversee effective storing of all confidential and relevant and confidential documents.
• Structured and effective organizing of electronic working files and documents.
• Prompt and effective feedback communication electronic & telephonically.
• Prompt and effective handling of high acuity matters.
• Good liaison between patients, psychiatrists, MDT Members, ward staff and if needed with family members.
• To assist in all managerial tasks as a deputy manager (2IC) when required and assume hospital management responsibilities if necessary.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Matric
• Diploma in General Nursing at NQF Level 6 or B Cur Degree at NQF Level 7
• Management or related NQF 6 or 7 qualification
• Valid registration with SANC
• Experience in a general ward is essential
• Senior Unit Manager experience is essential
• Psychiatric experience would be advantageous
• Computer literate (compiling of messages, emails and training documents)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient in Medical administration programs.
• Fluent in English & Afrikaans (verbal & written) is required

Skills and Attributes:

• Energetic within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent overall clinical competence.
• Excellent leadership abilities, effective conflict handling skills as well as excellent interpersonal/ communication skills with people at all levels.
• Mentoring skills to develop the skills and competencies of staff through development and training activities related to their current and future role.
• High sense of responsibility, well organized and the ability to organize effectively.
• Excellent nursing capabilities with a disposition towards quality and excellent patient care.
• Ability regarding accuracy and to focus on detail.
• Ability to work fast, effective, and accurately under pressure.
• Excellent problem solving, conflict management as well as proactive skills.
• Sound administrative skills and being well organized
• Financial management and business skills will be an advantage.
• Creativity and initiative within the framework of a company.
• Maintain a professional image and character.
• Must be client service orientated.
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and initiative within the operational characteristics of a private company.

Working hours:

• As per work schedule with variations and in accordance with your contract of employment. 182H / month
• 08h00 17h00
• Once a week 11h00 22h00
• On call every 3rdweekend
• Overtime if needed to address serious matters.

Appointment:

ASAP

Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

We are currently seeking a Nursing Home Operations Manager to join our team and support homes across our North Division.
As a Nursing Home Operations Manager at Barchester, you will travel across and support your patch to help us deliver the high standards we’re known for, as well as provide inspirational leadership to our home teams. We’ll look to you to support care homes that either need additional support in delivering excellent care, or where there is a General Manager vacancy. You’ll be working alongside Care Home General Managers and Care Home Deputy General Managers to develop and implement action plans that make sure our resident’s needs are met.
As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you can expect to help investigate formal complaints, collaborate with external healthcare professionals to resolve concerns, and promote policies within our care homes. You’ll also be committed to getting our teams to the very best clinical standards through learning and development programmes.

This is a permanent position which requires regular travel and overnight stays. In return for your dedication, we are offering an impressive rewards and benefits package , including:

1. Generous starting salary
2. £7,500 annual car allowance
3. All mileage and expenses paid
4. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days*
5. Up to 8% employers pension contribution
6. Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £1000* per referral
7. Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets
8. Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need to make a decision with confidence
9. Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services

Required experience and qualifications:

1. Passionate about providing high-quality care and improving the lives of residents
2. Registered Nurse (RN) qualification or equivalent professional experience
3. Significant experience in a senior operational/leadership role in a care home setting
4. Turnaround home management experience
5. Significant experience in managing budgets, financial planning, and cost control
6. Experience of working within a regulated environment with a strong understanding of CQC guidelines and other relevant regulations
7. Strong track record of improving care quality and driving operational efficiencies
8. Understanding of regulatory and statutory requirements, including fire, health and safety, COSHH
9. Proficient in IT systems, including MS Office and care management software, for record-keeping and reporting
10. Full UK driving licence, with the ability to travel regularly and stay away from home

Role and responsibilities:

1. Take on General Manager responsibilities and become a CQC Registered Manager if needed
2. Identify any concerns about the home through robust quality assurance, complaints, incidents or accidents and implement improvements
3. With the support of our Business Manager, prepare an annual budget with the support of internal stakeholders
4. Manage all sales enquiries and proactively promote the home in the local community
5. Build a culture of robust performance management
6. Oversee staff recruitment, training, motivation, communication, supervision, and appraisal
7. Demonstrate determination to deliver quality care
8. Build close and trusting relationships with residents and their loved ones

This is a demanding but rewarding national role that could see you based anywhere across Northern England.

Overview

Our client in the healthcare industry is seeking a Theatre Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate the theatre complex in line with critical protocols and the company's strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12/Matric
• Post-basic theatre qualification or diploma
• Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse
• 5+ years of relevant theatre experience in a managerial capacity
• A relevant management qualification is an advantage
• Effective clinical leadership skills
• Computer literacy

Job Responsibilities

• Manage stock effectively by reviewing inventory control reports and maintaining stock levels
• Implement formulary changes, product conversions, and improvement initiatives
• Communicate with theatre staff and doctors to ensure formulary compliance
• Restrict supplier access into theatre, ensuring procedures are followed
• Optimize theatre utilization through effective scheduling
• Reduce overtime by updating shift schedules and call lists
• Provide strong leadership and support change initiatives
• Develop staffing plans with the nursing team to recruit qualified staff
• Inspire positive work behavior and provide direction in theatre
• Create learning opportunities aligned with staff career goals and succession planning
• Manage performance through regular reviews and reward top performers
• Ensure accurate processing of employee compensation and benefits
• Maintain sound employee relations and compliance with IR policies
• Promote employee wellness and work-life balance
• Build effective relationships with doctors, addressing their needs promptly
• Ensure quality systems are maintained, focusing on patient safety and ISO compliance
• Participate in clinical, operational, and risk management meetings
• Contribute to budgeting and Capex planning

Key Competencies / Skills

• Problem-solving, analysis, and judgment
• Resilience
• Diversity engagement
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Influencing skills
• Orientation towards excellence
• Action-oriented approach
• Relationship building
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing staff