The Group is focused on providing specialist-orientated, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To support the Nursing Manager in leading and coordinating safe, quality patient care.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Support the Nursing Manager to achieve quality patient care in line with the hospital operational goals and objectives
Manage patient risks to achieve patient safety in line with specified clinical outcomes
Ensure a positive patient experience in line with corporate benchmarks
Ensure optimal utilisation of a competent and engaged workforce and other resources in line with the relevant company guidelines
Lead and manage direct reports
Establish and manage key stakeholder relationships to achieve integrated patient care and positive clinical outcomes
Required Education
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree/diploma in nursing, Appropriate leadership/management qualification
DESIRED EDUCATION: Discipline-specific qualification, e.g. Critical Care Nursing Diploma
Required Experience
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 5 years experience in a supervisory position, e.g. Unit Manager
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 3 years experience in a supervisory position within a specialised unit
Required Job Skills And Knowledge
- Infection prevention and control (IPC) principles and protocols
- Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
- Productivity management in nursing
- Clinical risk management
- Healthcare industry
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
- Financial management
- Nursing functional knowledge
- Relevant nursing legislation
- Knowledge and experience in auditing and accreditation processes
- Patient complaint management
- Human resource processes including employee relations
