Registered Nurse – NICU
Job Title: Registered Nurse – NICU
Company: Life Healthcare
Function: Nursing
Location: Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga
Closing Date: Monday, November 11, 2024
Contact: Mmaosia.kgoele@lifehealthcare.co.za
Position Overview
Life Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Life Cosmos Hospital in Mpumalanga. Reporting to Unit Manager Corrie du Plessis, the successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with NICU protocols in line with Life Healthcare’s strategic objectives. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated healthcare team to provide specialized care to neonates.
Key Responsibilities
The NICU Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering patient-centered care while managing unit operations efficiently.
1. Cost and Resource Management
- Staff Scheduling and Hours Management: Evaluate labor hours, manage debit and credit hours, and optimize scheduling to support NICU efficiency.
- Resource Stewardship: Minimize unnecessary stock wastage, facilitate equipment maintenance, and maintain resource accountability within the NICU.
2. Neonatal Patient Care
- Micro Orientation for NICU Staff: Ensure staff undergo department-specific training to meet NICU standards.
- Routine Care Rounds: Conduct daily rounds and manage any complaints, ensuring that neonates receive quality care and families are well-informed.
- Support for Medical Procedures: Assist doctors with daily cases and procedures, maintaining a calm, organized environment to enhance patient care.
- Communication with Families: Provide families with accurate, compassionate information about the care and condition of their newborns, supporting them throughout hospitalization.
3. Risk Management and Safety Compliance
- Infection Control Measures: Implement and monitor infection prevention practices to minimize risks and ensure a safe environment for neonates.
- Compliance with ISO Standards: Follow ISO guidelines to support effective infection control, promoting adherence to safety protocols.
- Cleanliness and Hygiene Standards: Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the NICU to prevent infection and ensure compliance with hospital policies.
4. Relationship Building and Stakeholder Management
- Effective Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including doctors, families, and hospital staff, while understanding and incorporating doctor preferences into the NICU environment.
Qualifications and Requirements
To be eligible for this role, the ideal candidate should meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:
- Educational Background:
- A Degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- NICU Qualification and Experience: Essential to have a specialized qualification in NICU care to ensure high-quality neonatal care.
- Professional Credentials:
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) or an equivalent regulatory body.
- Private Healthcare Knowledge: Familiarity with the private healthcare industry is advantageous for understanding its challenges and key role players.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Proficiency in computer usage to handle electronic health records, patient tracking, and communications.
Key Competencies
Candidates for this position should demonstrate the following competencies, essential to the specialized NICU environment:
- Problem-Solving and Judgement: Ability to analyze and respond effectively to critical situations in NICU settings.
- Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to work under high pressure, displaying emotional resilience and dedication.
- Clear Communication Skills: Proficiency in verbal and written communication to ensure accurate and supportive exchanges with both families and the NICU team.
- Diversity Engagement: Respect for a diverse environment, demonstrating sensitivity and inclusivity.
- Patient Responsiveness: A patient-centered focus, ensuring responsiveness to neonates’ and families’ needs.
- Ethical Integrity: Uphold high ethical standards, ensuring privacy and professional responsibility.
- Relationship Management: Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with colleagues and patients’ families.
Benefits and Professional Growth
Life Healthcare supports the professional development of employees, offering various benefits:
- Continuing Education Opportunities: Access to training programs for NICU specialization and ongoing learning.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health coverage, retirement planning, and resources to promote work-life balance.
- Employee Wellness Programs: Mental and physical wellness support to sustain healthcare professionals in demanding roles.
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Life Healthcare provides opportunities for internal mobility and career progression within the organization.
About Life Healthcare
Life Healthcare is committed to quality care and advancing healthcare standards across South Africa. As one of the country’s leading private healthcare providers, Life Healthcare fosters a collaborative, supportive work environment. At Life Cosmos Hospital, you will have the chance to work with experienced NICU professionals, advanced technology, and resources geared toward exceptional patient outcomes.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by November 11, 2024, by sending their application to Mmaosia.kgoele@lifehealthcare.co.za. Internal candidates should discuss their interest with their line manager prior to applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
For more information on job opportunities, visit Life Healthcare’s Careers page or reach out to the recruitment hotline at 011 219 9000.
Life Healthcare welcomes dedicated nursing professionals to join the NICU team and contribute to providing vital neonatal care.
