Professional Nurse

Job Description

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Job Overview

Position: Professional Nurse – Renal Services
Job Type: Permanent | On-site
Positions Available: 1

Internal employees on fixed-term contracts should apply using an external candidate profile.

Main Purpose of the Role

The Professional Nurse is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality nursing care within the defined scope of practice while working closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support patient wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-focused nursing care in collaboration with a multi-professional medical team
• Identify, prevent, and manage risks to maintain patient safety
• Promote a positive patient experience by creating a supportive care environment
• Maintain accurate documentation of all nursing procedures and patient care activities
• Support a learning culture that strengthens staff competence
• Ensure proper management and charging of medical supplies and equipment

Education Requirements

Essential:

• Degree or Diploma in General Nursing

Preferred:

• Midwifery qualification
• Postgraduate certificate or diploma in a relevant specialty area

Experience

Minimum: No prior experience required

Preferred:

• Around one year of post-graduate experience, particularly before placement in a specialised unit.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge and competency in:

• Infection prevention and control
• Pharmacology and nursing science principles
• Patient assessment and nursing care planning
• Accurate nursing documentation and record keeping
• Relevant nursing legislation and healthcare regulations
• Basic Life Support training (ACLS, ATLS, or PALS for specialised units)
• Risk identification and patient safety practices
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

Equal Opportunity Employment

Mediclinic is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. All applications will be considered in line with the Mediclinic Southern Africa Employment Equity Plan, with preference given to candidates who meet the required qualifications and internal employees where applicable.