Registered Nurse – Paediatric Ward – Hospital Group (Western Cape) 12 views
Job Overview
A registered nurse specializing in pediatrics, also known as a pediatric nurse, provides medical care and support to infants, children, and adolescents. They work in various settings like hospitals, clinics, and specialized units like NICUs (Neonatal Intensive Care Units) or PICUs (Pediatric Intensive Care Units).
Job Description
- Demonstrate passion for children and their parents / carers
- Clinical competence and strong quality patient care orientation
- BLS competent
- Supervise and orientate junior staff members and students
- Perform teaching rounds with junior staff members and students
- Ability to work independently
- Competently administer oral, intramuscular and intravenous medication
- Competent in infant, toddler and child physical assessment
- Assist the pediatricians during ward rounds
- Perform wound care and writing care plans
- Delegating tasks effectively
- Providing health education to parents and patients
- High energy levels and tolerance for stress
- Management, Planning and Organizing skills
- Problem analysis/solving skills, accurate record keeping and detail orientated
- Adaptable and able to work effectively within a team
- Liaison between patients, doctors and personnel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
- Ability to advocate for patience
- Shift work compulsory
- Work overtime when required
- Ad hoc duties
Minimum Requirements
- Current Registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in a similar environment
- Experience in a Private Hospital setting
- Post Basic Qualification in Midwifery or Paediatric Nursing will be advantageous
