Specialised Professional Nurse – Day Clinic Theatre

About the role

The Professional Nurse Specialised – Day Clinic Theatre provides safe, comprehensive and quality nursing care within Mediclinic's Day Clinic Theatre in Pietermaritzburg. The role works closely with a multi‑professional team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a positive experience.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver 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.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions.
• Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.

Required profile

• Degree or Diploma in General Nursing (essential).
• 1 year post‑graduate qualification experience in a specialised unit (desired).
• No minimum experience required (essential).

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 and modifying nursing care plans.
• Knowledge of relevant nursing legislation.
• Basic life support training (ACLS, ATLS, PALS).
• Risk identification.