Unit Manager Trauma

A leadership opportunity is available in Richards Bay for an experienced nursing professional to take responsibility for the clinical and operational management of a Trauma Unit. The successful candidate will bring strong emergency nursing expertise, confident team leadership and a sound understanding of quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day clinical and operational functioning of the Trauma Unit.
• Provide effective clinical leadership and ensure delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
• Coordinate staffing, resource utilisation and daily patient care requirements.
• Monitor nursing standards, clinical outcomes and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention, risk management and patient safety standards.
• Lead, support and develop the nursing team to maintain high levels of competency and performance.
• Monitor staff performance and address training and development needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits and clinical governance activities.
• Monitor departmental expenditure and effectively manage resources.
• Interpret and utilise financial information to support sound operational decision-making.
• Maintain compliance with SANC requirements and applicable healthcare legislation.
• Promote positive relationships with patients, families, medical professionals and other stakeholder

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Nursing qualification, such as a Diploma in General Nursing or BCur Degree.
• Post-basic qualification in Emergency Nursing Science.
• Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/Accoucheur or General Nurse.
• Postgraduate/Advanced Diploma in Health Services Management or Nursing Administration, BCur Nursing Management or BA Nursing Science (Health Services Management), or currently studying towards one of these qualifications.
• Compliance with the SANC Code of Ethics and applicable healthcare legislation.
• Intermediate computer proficiency.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a private hospital environment.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership experience, preferably within a trauma or emergency care environment.
• Sound financial knowledge and the ability to interpret financial data.
• Strong organisational, communication and people-management skills.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced trauma environment and manage competing priorities.

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