Registered Nurse Trauma Trained

A rewarding opportunity is available in Durban for a Trauma-trained nursing professional to join a fast-paced Emergency Unit. This role is suited to a clinically confident nurse who can provide holistic emergency care while working effectively as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting to the Emergency Unit.
• Conduct patient assessments, monitor clinical conditions and identify changes requiring immediate intervention.
• Deliver appropriate emergency nursing interventions in accordance with clinical protocols and professional standards.
• Administer prescribed medication and treatment safely and accurately.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and deteriorating patients, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records and clinical documentation.
• Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and disease processes to support holistic patient care.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Work collaboratively with doctors, nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and value-based team environment.
• Maintain compliance with SANC requirements, relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and clinical governance initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse is essential.
• Postgraduate Diploma/Degree in Emergency Nursing will be required for Shift Leader responsibilities.
• Compliance with the SANC Scope of Practice for a Registered Nurse and all applicable healthcare legislation.
• Minimum of 1 year’s post-qualification experience within an Emergency Unit.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is essential; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) will be advantageous.
• Participative and collaborative approach, with the ability to foster a healthy and positive working environment that promotes teamwork and a value-based culture.
• Effective leadership skills, including highly developed communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Updated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, industrial relations, standards, codes, ethics and competency standards.
• Updated knowledge and understanding of pathophysiology, anatomy and disease processes to provide optimal holistic patient care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure within a fast-paced emergency environment.

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