ICU Unit Manager – Hospital Group (Mafikeng)

About the role

The Unit Manager will lead all activities within the ICU, providing direction to staff and ensuring high‑quality patient care while maintaining professional standards and cost‑effective service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Perform duties in accordance with South African Nursing Council, Department of Health and National Core Standards.
• Promote quality patient care by applying policies, managing day‑to‑day unit activities and ensuring compliance with patient‑rights charters.
• Oversee ward administration, security, safety and adherence to the Group’s patient‑care standards.
• Manage the cost centre, equipment, tools and stock levels according to prescribed guidelines.
• Lead and supervise staff, including agency personnel, and drive quality‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Cur/Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery, registration with South African Nursing Council, post‑basic Critical Care Nursing Science and Nursing Administration qualifications, plus BLS certification.
• Minimum 3 + years of managerial or supervisory experience in critical care nursing; private‑hospital experience is advantageous.
• Additional business‑management qualification and up‑to‑date ACLS/PALS/ATLS certifications are a plus.
• Core competencies: planning & organising, results management, client centricity, problem solving, attention to detail and interactive communication.