Deputy Unit Manager

SUMMARY:
Deputy Unit Manager, Private Healthcare, Intensive Care Unit

POSITION INFO:
Our Client, a Private Hospital Group is in need of a Deputy Unit Manager for one of their hospitals based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town for the Intensive Care Unit,

Requirements:

• Professional Nursing Qualification
• Diploma/Certificate in Critical Care General
• At least five years relevant experience in a leader/shift leader position in High Care
• Registration of SANC and proof of indemnity cover are pre-requisites
• A pleasant disposition
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent leadership abilities
• Own transport would be advantageous
• Ability to work flexible shifts

• Manage the staff requirements of the Unit
• Conduct orientation and train new staff
• Evaluate staff performance
• Manage nursing standards and in-service training
• Maintain a professional image and character
• Ensure quality and excellent patient care
• Enforce health and safety regulations
• Accurate record keeping and management of stock
• Policy implementation
• Adaptable and able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and independently
• Strong leadership
• Detail orientated especially with stock management
• Liaison between, doctors, patients and personnel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
• Clinical competence
• Ad hoc duties