Professional Nurse – Accident and Emergency

About the role

Mediclinic is seeking a Professional Nurse to join its Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. The role involves delivering safe, comprehensive, and high‑quality nursing care within a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• Essential: Degree or Diploma in General Nursing.
• Desired: Midwifery qualification or postgraduate certificate/diploma in a relevant specialty.
• Essential experience: None required.
• Desired experience: Up to 1 year of post‑graduate qualification experience in a specialised unit.
• Basic life support training (ACLS, ATLS, PALS) and familiarity with relevant nursing legislation.

Required skills

• Infection prevention and control
• Pharmacology
• Scientific nursing principles and processes
• Nursing record keeping
• Patient assessment
• Nursing processes and procedures
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
• Developing/modifying nursing care plans
• Risk identification