Professional Nurse Specialized ICU - Plettenberg Bay (Equity role) - SSPNSI

Main job function MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To deliver safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care according to the Scope of Practice. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Deliver quality nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.
2. Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.
3. Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.
4. Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
5. Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.
6. Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.

1. Infection prevention and control.
2. Pharmacology.
3. Scientific nursing principles and process.
4. Nursing record keeping.
5. Patient assessment skills.
6. Nursing processes and procedures.
7. Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
8. Develop/ modify a nursing care plan.
9. Relevant nursing legislation.
10. Basic life support trained (ACLS; ATLS; PALS training for specialised wards).
11. Risk identification.