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The position requires assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating perioperative care, supporting the patient throughout the surgical experience, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies.

Education, Qualifications and Experience :

• Relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in Nursing / B Cur Degree) or equivalent NQF 7 qualification
• Minimum of one year extensive experience in private health care will be advantageous
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and patient care standards
• Proficiency in using Health Management Information System (HMIS) (advantageous)
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills

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To promote and deliver quality patient care and wellness in accordance with industry standards and to execute Nursing duties within the standards, procedures and protocols set down by the South African Nursing Council and Scope of Practice.

The incumbent will collaborate with Doctors and multi-disciplinary team members in providing holistic support to patients and their family and loved ones whilst supervising allocated team members and providing high standards of care and support during each phase of patients' theatre care.

Requirements :

Diploma in Theatre Nursing Science advantageous.

Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Registered Nurse.

BLS certification.

Post-registration experience preferred.

3+ years' experience in Theatre.

Previous experience in a private hospital environment advantageous.

Computer proficiency.

Key Performance Areas :

Perform all duties in accordance with South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards.

Adhere to the principles and standards of Patient Advocacy according to SANC Acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, Patient Rights and Responsibilities Charter, National Millennium Development goals and responsibility of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Supervise, organize, lead and control work for self and team to ensure efficient completion of tasks.

Devise a working knowledge of, and understand the Nursing Strategy, in order to contribute towards unit goals.

Quality, Risk, Emergency Preparedness :

Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, and making recommendations according to the hospital's requirements of best and safe practices and unit specific protocols and procedures.

Actively participate in internal and external auditing processes, for example DOH, National Core Standards, SHERQ, SANC and Risk Audits.

Document patient care services by accurately charting inpatient and department records including updating care plans as patient needs changes.

Maintain accurate files and records of patient medication, incidents and complaints and steps taken to resolve patient problems or prevent incidents from recurring.

Conduct structured ward rounds including accompanying Doctors and other Medical Practitioners for creating and evaluating customized care plans including implementing Doctors instructions and prescriptions.

Monitor activities of nurses to ensure compliance with protocols, security, safety of patient environment, Group Nursing policies and procedures, SANC requirements and act on findings through regular ward rounds.

Assist in reducing healthcare associated infections in the unit by applying appropriate infection prevention practices.

Ensure all patients clinical care risk assessments for theatre preparation is implemented and recorded.

Ensure that all theatre preparation pre-and post-operative is conducted timeously.

Patient Advocacy, Customer / Doctor Relationships;

Build mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Drive a positive patient (customer) experience by putting patients first and deliver holistic customer oriented service.

Collaborate with Unit Managers in identifying and implementing actions to improve service quality and problem resolution.

Report, investigate and discuss all negative and positive comments regarding the unit and act on findings, where necessary.

Establish a harmonious and compassionate environment that promotes the patients' mental and physical health and provide the required support to family and friends.

Maintain cooperative relationships among healthcare teams e.g.

multidisciplinary team to improve patient care standards, information communication and participating in team problem solving.

Keep patients informed about the Group's complaints procedure and "The Voice" patient experience platform and guide patients in terms of how the survey can be completed.

Finance :

Utilize supplies and equipment in an economical manner reducing wastage whilst maintaining overall control.

Utilize and maintain sufficient inventory levels (i.e.

stock levels) to accomplish job and results whilst ensuring minimal wastage.

Ensure correct usage, cleaning and storage of equipment and report equipment that requires repair and maintenance.

Drive a culture of efficiency amongst team members by consistently reinforcing opportunities to prevent wastage and reduce costs.

Support the Nursing Services Manager and Unit Managers in controlling budget expenditure, by ensuring nursing resource spend is in line with budget, patient care and actual activities.

Staffing, HR Policy and Procedure :

Be an ambassador for quality patient care by living the company values and upholding the company image.

Take responsibility for CPD to enhance professional and technical knowledge and skills e.g.

through attendance of educational workshops, rotating to other units to gain broader exposure, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies and the like.

Ensure performance contracting process is completed timeously and that outputs are delivered according to performance standards.

Promote the Group's brand and market nursing services by responding timeously to patient needs, projecting a professional image by adhering to the dress code, resolving patient problems and providing personal patient care.

Supervise team members and motivate them to perform to agreed standards, as well as to ensure compliance to Group's HR policies and procedures.

Train and mentor staff to improve overall quality of care.

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Registered Nurse • Johannesburg, Gauteng

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A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to Clara Vickory, Theatre Matron. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives.

Function Nursing Facility Life Cosmos Hospital Position Registered Nurse | Theatre Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to Clara Vickory, Theatre Matron. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs

Ensuring effective financial management by

• Ensuring accurate charging by managing theatre clocking time
• Ensuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthesis is charged according to policy
• Managing stock by participating in regular stock taking and controlling of the consignment stock in accordance with the hospital (local) policy

Affecting the functioning of theatre equipment and instrumentation by

• Ensuring the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation by educating and supervising staff on the correct utilization of the equipment

Providing Quality patient care by

• Obtaining the correct information pre-operatively and visiting the patient post-operatively
• Ensuring that the patient is comfortable and assist the doctor during the surgical procedure

Ensuring effective people management by

• Providing theatre specific training and assessing the competence of staff
• Assist the Unit Manager to correctly monitor the normal and overtime hours
• Ensure the theater team works according to the scope of practice
• Give feedback to the unit manager in order to assess optimal performance

Effective SHEQ management by

• Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirements
• Ensuring the disposal of medical waste in order to effectively control infection

Effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders

• Attend review and consultative form meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholders
• Maintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit manager

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Diploma in specialty essential
• Relevant experience (2 years minimum) and technical skills to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness

Email Closing date Thursday, August 14, 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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To promote and deliver quality patient care and wellness in accordance with industry standards and to execute Nursing duties within the standards, procedures and protocols set down by the South African Nursing Council and Scope of Practice. The incumbent will collaborate with Doctors and multi-disciplinary team members in providing holistic support to patients and their family and loved ones whilst supervising allocated team members and providing high standards of care and support during each phase of patients' theatre care. Requirements : Diploma in Theatre Nursing Science advantageous. Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Registered Nurse. BLS certification. Post-registration experience preferred. 3+ years' experience in Theatre. Previous experience in a private hospital environment advantageous. Computer proficiency. Key Performance Areas : Perform all duties in accordance with South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards. Adhere to the principles and standards of Patient Advocacy according to SANC Acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, Patient Rights and Responsibilities Charter, National Millennium Development goals and responsibility of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Supervise, organize, lead and control work for self and team to ensure efficient completion of tasks. Devise a working knowledge of, and understand the Nursing Strategy, in order to contribute towards unit goals. Quality, Risk, Emergency Preparedness : Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, and making recommendations according to the hospital's requirements of best and safe practices and unit specific protocols and procedures. Actively participate in internal and external auditing processes, for example DOH, National Core Standards, SHERQ, SANC and Risk Audits. Document patient care services by accurately charting inpatient and department records including updating care plans as patient needs changes. Maintain accurate files and records of patient medication, incidents and complaints and steps taken to resolve patient problems or prevent incidents from recurring. Conduct structured ward rounds including accompanying Doctors and other Medical Practitioners for creating and evaluating customized care plans including implementing Doctors instructions and prescriptions. Monitor activities of nurses to ensure compliance with protocols, security, safety of patient environment, Group Nursing policies and procedures, SANC requirements and act on findings through regular ward rounds. Assist in reducing healthcare associated infections in the unit by applying appropriate infection prevention practices. Ensure all patients clinical care risk assessments for theatre preparation is implemented and recorded. Ensure that all theatre preparation pre-and post-operative is conducted timeously. Patient Advocacy, Customer / Doctor Relationships; Build mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Drive a positive patient (customer) experience by putting patients first and deliver holistic customer oriented service. Collaborate with Unit Managers in identifying and implementing actions to improve service quality and problem resolution. Report, investigate and discuss all negative and positive comments regarding the unit and act on findings, where necessary. Establish a harmonious and compassionate environment that promotes the patients' mental and physical health and provide the required support to family and friends. Maintain cooperative relationships among healthcare teams e.g. multidisciplinary team to improve patient care standards, information communication and participating in team problem solving. Keep patients informed about the Group's complaints procedure and "The Voice" patient experience platform and guide patients in terms of how the survey can be completed. Finance : Utilize supplies and equipment in an economical manner reducing wastage whilst maintaining overall control. Utilize and maintain sufficient inventory levels (i.e. stock levels) to accomplish job and results whilst ensuring minimal wastage. Ensure correct usage, cleaning and storage of equipment and report equipment that requires repair and maintenance. Drive a culture of efficiency amongst team members by consistently reinforcing opportunities to prevent wastage and reduce costs. Support the Nursing Services Manager and Unit Managers in controlling budget expenditure, by ensuring nursing resource spend is in line with budget, patient care and actual activities. Staffing, HR Policy and Procedure : Be an ambassador for quality patient care by living the company values and upholding the company image. Take responsibility for CPD to enhance professional and technical knowledge and skills e.g. through attendance of educational workshops, rotating to other units to gain broader exposure, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies and the like. Ensure performance contracting process is completed timeously and that outputs are delivered according to performance standards. Promote the Group's brand and market nursing services by responding timeously to patient needs, projecting a professional image by adhering to the dress code, resolving patient problems and providing personal patient care. Supervise team members and motivate them to perform to agreed standards, as well as to ensure compliance to Group's HR policies and procedures. Train and mentor staff to improve overall quality of care. J Ljbffr Create a job alert for this search Registered Nurse • Johannesburg, Gauteng #J-18808-Ljbffr

A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to Clara Vickory, Theatre Matron. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives. Function Nursing Facility Life Cosmos Hospital Position Registered Nurse | Theatre IntroductionA vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to Clara Vickory, Theatre Matron. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives. Critical OutputsEnsuring effective financial management by Ensuring accurate charging by managing theatre clocking time Ensuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthesis is charged according to policy Managing stock by participating in regular stock taking and controlling of the consignment stock in accordance with the hospital (local) policy Affecting the functioning of theatre equipment and instrumentation by Ensuring the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation by educating and supervising staff on the correct utilization of the equipment Providing Quality patient care by Obtaining the correct information pre-operatively and visiting the patient post-operatively Ensuring that the patient is comfortable and assist the doctor during the surgical procedure Ensuring effective people management by Providing theatre specific training and assessing the competence of staff Assist the Unit Manager to correctly monitor the normal and overtime hours Ensure the theater team works according to the scope of practice Give feedback to the unit manager in order to assess optimal performance Effective SHEQ management by Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirements Ensuring the disposal of medical waste in order to effectively control infection Effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders Attend review and consultative form meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholders Maintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit manager RequirementsGeneral Nursing Degree / Diploma Registration with SANC Diploma in specialty essential Relevant experience (2 years minimum) and technical skills to meet the critical outputs Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage Computer proficiency would be an advantage CompetenciesProblem-solving, analysis and judgement Resilience Engaging diversity Verbal & written communication and presentation Influencing Drive & energy Excellence orientation Ethical behaviour Building relationships Customer responsiveness Organisational awareness Email Closing date Thursday, August 14, 2025 Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered. Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Clinical competence in accordance with relevant Scope of Practise
• Ability to function as an effective member of the nursing team

• High energy levels and tolerance for stress
• Well-developed interpersonal and organisational skills
• The ability to function effectively under pressure
• Liaison between parents, doctors and personnel
• Responsible for accurate record keeping
• Effective stock and equipment control
• Strong quality patient care orientation
• BLS competent
• Supervise and orientate junior staff members and students
• Competently administering Intravenous and Intramuscular medication
• High energy levels and tolerance for stress/pressure
• Problem analysis/solving skills and accurate record keeping
• Ad hoc duties
• Adhere to hospital policies, protocols and best practices

• Current Registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an Operating Theatre
li >A qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science will be an advantage
• Theatre Scrubbing skill is essential
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders, build relationships with Doctors and work in all disciplines
• Must be flexible to work overtime, do standby duty and do call
• Professional indemnity

Job Title: Registered Nurse: Theatre Scrubs (Fixed Term Contract: 6 months)

Location: Dr. G.M. Pitje Day Hospital (Johannesburg)

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse will promote and deliver quality patient care and wellness in accordance with industry standards and execute nursing duties within the standards, procedures, and protocols set by the South African Nursing Council and Scope of Practice.

Requirements Minimum Requirements:

• Nursing degree or diploma.
• Post Basic Qualification in Theatre Operating Technique is advantageous.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.
• BLS qualification.

Minimum Experience:

• Previous experience in Theatre Scrubs is essential.

Added Advantage:

• Computer proficiency is advantageous.

Deliverables:

• Perform nursing duties in accordance with SANC, DOH, and National Core Standards.
• Adhere to principles of patient advocacy, company policies, patient rights, and continuous professional development (CPD). Supervise and organize care quality for self and team, adhering to therapeutic standards and goals.
• Participate in internal and external audits such as DOH, National Core Standards, SHERQ, SANC, and Risk Audit.
• Maintain accurate patient records, conduct ward rounds, and assist doctors in creating and evaluating care plans.
• Monitor nurses' activities to ensure compliance with protocols, security, safety, and policies through regular rounds.

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A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse (Theatre Qualified) at Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital . The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team in performing surgical procedures and ensuring patients receive optimal care in line with hospital objectives.

Critical Outputs

1. Financial Management: Ensure accurate charging, manage theatre clocking time, and control stock and equipment costs.
2. Equipment and Instrumentation: Ensure correct use and educate staff on theatre equipment.
3. Patient Care: Obtain pre-operative patient information, provide post-operative visits, and adhere to safety protocols.
4. People Management: Identify training needs, monitor staff performance, and ensure scope of practice adherence.
5. SHE & Infection Control: Use protective clothing, dispose of waste properly, and comply with ISO standards.
6. Stakeholder Relationships: Maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships through meetings and reporting.

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree/Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing Science
• Relevant theatre experience and technical skills
• Understanding of private healthcare industry (advantage)
• Computer proficiency (advantage)

Competencies

• Problem-solving, resilience, diversity engagement, communication, influencing, drive, excellence, ethics, relationship building, customer responsiveness, organizational awareness

Interested candidates should email their applications to . The closing date is Monday, August 18, 2025 .

Internal and external candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven't heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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We are currently recruiting for a registered theatre nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care and has the necessary skills and experience to thrive in a busy theatre environment.

We are in search for a candidate who will render and promote cost effective, safe, quality patient care in accordance with the hospital standards and policies. The team member will further be responsible for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs.

The Registered Nurse is a role model in the delivery of evidence-based care.

This team member will actively participate in Clinical Governance. The team member will be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or group of patients.

The team member will perform nursing duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core standards

Further Role Breakdown

• Contribute to the holistic care of patients.
• Maintain the principals of aseptic technique when opening packs and consumables.
• To help control patient and hospital costs through the correct, safe, and economical use of supplies and equipment.
• Effective communication with patients regarding their care.
• Promote and maintains good public relations with patients, relatives, and visitors.
• Ensure proper evidence-based nursing care.
• Ensure that all patients have an appropriate nursing care plan.
• Communicate with Health Care Practitioners regarding any change in health status.
• Compliance with documentation policy.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed.
• Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining competence in CPR/BLS/Anesthetic refresher course
• Project a positive professional image.
• Promote and maintains good working and interpersonal relationships with management, colleagues, and doctors.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of operating rooms
• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures
• Monitor patients during surgery and post-operative recovery
  
  

Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification.

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Current registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)

Minimum of 5 years as registered Nurse working in theatre

Scrub nursing experience

Floor nurse and Anaesthetic experience

Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient safety.

Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in this highly specialized field.

Knowledge of Infection Control & Prevention.

To demonstrate an understanding of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the multi-disciplinary team members

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement

Resilience

Excellent verbal & written communication and presentation

Customer responsiveness

Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business hours

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and personal development. If you are a registered theatre nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your online application to us. We look forward to hearing from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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