Unit Manager- Surgical Ward

Recruiter:

Immploy

Job Ref:

CPT003020/BDK

Date posted:

Friday, April 4, 2025

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
The Unit Manager will be responsible for coordinating improved quality nursing care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical practice

POSITION INFO:
Job Duties:

Financial management which entails management of acuities and skill mix in such a way to ensure cost effective quality care
Manage all costs emanating from the department, ensure correct billing, stock management and purchasing
Governance and quality management, risk management, patient care, transformation targets, people management, administration, resource allocation as well as teamwork

Inherent Requirements:

A Relevant nursing qualification- Diploma in General Nursing (NQF Level 6) or B Cur Degree (NQF Level 7)
Registered midwifery is essential
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
Management qualification
A minimum of 4-6 years' experience in a similar environment
2-3 years managerial experience in a multidiscipline complex
An intermediate level of computer proficiency
Sound financial knowledge and ability to interpret financial data
Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders including doctors

Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in nursing
Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial
Allocate staff members in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff to provide appropriate nursing care for the individual patient regarding his/ her needs and specialized skills needed by the nursing staff member

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