What Jobs are available for Surgical Nurse in South Africa?

An opportunity exists for an Unit Manager Surgical Ward, reporting to the Nursing Services Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring and monitoring the quality nursing care coordinating the multidisciplinary team in the unit.

Critical Outputs

• Evaluate and monitor nursing quality indicators and clinical outcomes.
• Provide cost effective quality patient care in line with clinical governance.
• Ensure the principles of infection prevention and all international standards precautions are adhered to.
• Implement quality initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care.
• Function as clinical expert in achieving patient outcomes.
• Ensure competence of staff and students, determine and drive criteria for effective professional socialization, create an environment conducive to learning and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.
• Promote customer satisfaction within unit, address customer complaints, conduct quality care rounds and clinical practice audits to monitor care levels and report accordingly.
• Identify clinical and safety risks and trends in all of the above, implement corrective action where necessary and monitor on an ongoing basis.
• Initiate and drive unit specific best operating practice, communicate these for wider implementation and participate in hospital specific marketing initiatives.
• Ensure staff are trained on the operation of equipment within unit and together with relevant stakeholders ensure equipment is in working order to provide a safe patient environment.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with doctors by agreeing on a professional code of conduct, driving and monitoring effective communication regarding positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing with at least 5 years' experience in Surgical ward
• Qualification in Nursing Administration
• Current registration with SANC.
• Previous Unit Management experience.
• Proven leadership and people management skills would be an advantage.
• Basic understanding of labour legislation, financial and supply chain management principles.
• Computer proficiency.

Competencies

Collaboration/ Relationship Building

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement

Resilience

Engaging diversity

Verbal & written communication and presentation skills

Influencing

Strategic agility

Planning

Customer responsiveness

Organizational awareness

Excellence and quality orientation

Ethical behavior

Technical and professional knowledge

Attention to detail

Builds effective teams

Decision making

Departments

Management

Nursing

Rondebosch Medical Centre is an equal opportunity employer, external candidates will also be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, should you not receive any communication after 2 weeks of closing date kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Graduate

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 2025/05/01

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

About Janie:

Janie is a back office workflow provider that offers medical billing, insurance coordination, and scheduling services to medical groups and practices across the United States. We serve a wide range of medical specialties.

We are seeking talented individuals who are passionate about patient care and making a meaningful impact on people's lives. Our mission is to recruit and train exceptional individuals worldwide to support US medical patients.

About the Position:

This is your opportunity to transition into the healthcare freelancing world Collaborate with onsite medical staff to manage patient scheduling, confirm appointments, and liaise with insurance providers, all while ensuring an excellent patient experience. We offer competitive pay, RAISES, PTO, incentives, health allowances, and more. Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference in healthcare

Primary Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls and address patient inquiries
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Pre-screen calls (triage) and direct patients accordingly
• Work with insurance and medical records
• Assist with various administrative tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Fluent in English
• Great personality
• Customer service mindset
• Experience in Healthcare (US)

Scrub Nurse Ophthalmic Procedures - Cape Town - Private Hospital Group

Are you a detail-oriented theatre professional with a passion for precision?
Our Private Hospital Group is seeking an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our dynamic surgical team, specializing in ophthalmic procedures .

On offer:

• Be part of a respected private hospital group known for innovation and excellence.

• Work with cutting-edge technology in a specialized surgical environment.

• Grow your career alongside a supportive, professional, and patient-focused team.

• Reasonable working hours offering great work-life balance.

Duties:

• Provide safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care in the operating room.

• Assist surgeons with ophthalmic procedures, ensuring sterile protocols are maintained.

• Work collaboratively with a skilled multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

• Demonstrate accuracy, a steady hand, and a sharp eye for detail in all aspects of clinical care.

What were looking for:
Valid SANC registration as a Professional Nurse
2+ years experience in the private healthcare sector as a theatre nurse
Strong knowledge of sterile operating room procedures
Team player with excellent clinical competence and communication skills
Calm, precise, and reliable under pressure

Location:Cape Town

Type: Full-time

If youre ready to bring your skills and dedication to a role where precision truly matters , wed love to meet you.

Apply today to be considered for this great opportunity!

Scrub Nurse Ophthalmic Procedures - Cape Town - Private Hospital Group

Are you a detail-oriented theatre professional with a passion for precision?
Our Private Hospital Group is seeking an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our dynamic surgical team, specializing in ophthalmic procedures .

On offer:

• Be part of a respected private hospital group known for innovation and excellence.

• Work with cutting-edge technology in a specialized surgical environment.

• Grow your career alongside a supportive, professional, and patient-focused team.

• Reasonable working hours offering great work-life balance.

Duties:

• Provide safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care in the operating room.

• Assist surgeons with ophthalmic procedures, ensuring sterile protocols are maintained.

• Work collaboratively with a skilled multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

• Demonstrate accuracy, a steady hand, and a sharp eye for detail in all aspects of clinical care.

What were looking for:
Valid SANC registration as a Professional Nurse
2+ years experience in the private healthcare sector as a theatre nurse
Strong knowledge of sterile operating room procedures
Team player with excellent clinical competence and communication skills
Calm, precise, and reliable under pressure

Location:Cape Town

Type: Full-time

If youre ready to bring your skills and dedication to a role where precision truly matters , wed love to meet you.

Apply today to be considered for this great opportunity!