A vacancy exists for a Nurse Manager based at Life Brenthurst Hospital, reporting to Pragna Patel, Hospital Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, leading and coordinating the nursing function within the hospital in line with hospital and company strategic objectives of growth, quality and people.

Critical Outputs
Effective operational management of clinical outcomes

Ensure optimal functioning of nursing operations by establishing clinical care risks with Unit Managers, developing and implementing nursing care strategy and regular progress reviews with multi-disciplinary team including driving compliance to LHC clinical standards.
Drive compliance and improvement of LHC & nursing quality metrics and quality accreditation systems to ensure reduction of risks and as safe patient environment.
Lead, drive and participate in various LHC & Nursing quality initiatives and BOP’s.
Effective financial management

Plan, prepare and monitor budget monthly, manage, together with relevant stakeholders, labour spend in line with budget, patient requirements and actual activities, RSRT environment and ensure continued focus on internal DSO, drive and implement value-based care initiatives.
Effective people management

Participate actively in Hospital management committee meetings.
Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
Effective building of relationships with internal/external stakeholders

Ensure productive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders by participating in various forums, cross-functional activities and by identifying networking opportunities.
Effective marketing

Market the professional image of Nursing and the Hospital within the community, participate actively in marketing initiatives and promote nursing as a career.
Drive formal nurse training and CPD to address critical shortage and competence.
Governance and risk management

Ensure optimal management of departmental governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparencies and controls.

Requirements

Degree / Diploma in Nursing
Post-graduate qualification is advantageous.
Qualification in Health Services Managements is advantageous
Midwifery qualification is essential
Current registration with South African Nursing Council.
Relevant clinical experience and knowledge to the critical outputs.
Proven leadership and management experience within healthcare (ideally private healthcare).
Basic understanding of labour legislation.
Understanding of business principles and a commercial orientation.
Computer proficiency (MS office).

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing
Drive & energy
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Leading by example
Motivating and developing people
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour

Please send your resume/CV