UNIT MANAGER – MATERNITY, PAEDS, NICU

 

Recruiter:

Globevest Group

Job Ref:

MFBMMP210221

Date posted:

Monday, February 22, 2021

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

R660 000


SUMMARY:
The Unit Manager will be responsible for coordinating Improved Quality Nursing Care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical practice. The incumbent will be accountable for coordinating training, development and mentoring of staff in the Unit.

POSITION INFO:

 

  • Manage Acuities and Skill Mix in such a way as to ensure cost effective Quality Care.
  • Ensure correct Billing, Stock Management and Ordering/replenishment.
  • Facilitate timeous and accurate compilation of files
     Identify Quality Improvement opportunities and ensure appropriate strategy and Quality Improvement initiatives are developed and measured.
  • Manage, advise and influence the delivery of cost-effective quality nursing care whilst enhancing the Patient Journey through monitoring and intervention.
  • Manage and support cost efficient nursing care whilst ensuring quality care, policies and SOPs are maintained
  • Participate in the implementation of National Core Standards and other audits and quality initiatives and any other duties assigned by Management
  • Conduct active patient surveillance for Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) liaising with nursing staff and doctors
  • Implement an IPC programme tailored to the needs of the ward and in alignment with hospital IPC strategy.
  • Monitor IPC compliance and identify areas of non-compliance through clinical audits and CSA, remedial action to be implemented and assessed for effectiveness.
  • Investigate all negative Infection Prevention & Control incidents / Adverse events and ensure appropriate recording and intervention.
  • Maintain and update Barnowl: incident reporting, initiation and closure of Action Plans and regular review of department’s Risk Register and mitigation of risk.
  • Ensure compliance with Protocols, Policies and Acts.
  • Ensure a safe working environment is maintained in accordance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act.
  • Maintenance of Asset Register and contents (including all equipment and ward environment), ensuring service schedule is met, repairs signed off and maintenance schedule facilitated.
  • Ensure adherence to requirements of POPI Act and Patient Confidentiality
  • Evaluate Nursing Quality Indicators and Clinical Outcomes.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families and parents regarding the patient’s care.
  • Ensure the principles of Infection Prevention and all standard precautions are adhered to.

  • EDUCATION
    Essential:
    • A relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in General Nursing/ B Cur Degree) or equivalent NQF 7 qualification
    • Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
    • Registered as a Midwife
    • Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislations
    Preferred:
    • A relevant Management Qualification 

  • WORK EXPERIENCE
    Essential:
    • An intermediate level of Computer proficiency
    Preferred:
    • 2 or more years’ experience in a private hospital setting
    • Experience in clinical leadership
    • Experience in Maternity, Paediatrics, NICU & Nursery unit will be advantageous
    • Sound financial knowledge and the ability to interpret financial data

 


 

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