Professional Nurse – General Ward

About the role

Mediclinic is seeking a Professional Nurse to work on a General Ward, delivering safe and comprehensive nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role involves direct patient care, risk management, and supporting a positive patient experience in a dynamic healthcare environment.

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 client experience by creating a conducive environment.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
• Develop a learning environment that builds staff competence.
• Ensure all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charted.

Required profile

• Diploma leading to registration as a General Nurse OR a 4‑year Nursing Diploma or Bachelor of Nursing.
• Postgraduate Advanced Diploma in Midwifery (desired).
• Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (e.g., Critical Care, Emergency Care, Peri‑operative Nursing) for specialist units (desired).
• No minimum experience required.

Required skills

• Basic life support training – ACLS, ATLS, PALS for specialised wards.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to develop and modify nursing care plans.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Proficiency in nursing processes, record keeping, patient assessment, pharmacology, relevant legislation, risk identification, and scientific nursing principles.