Unit Manager – Trauma – Hospital Group (Western Cape) 8 views

A unit manager in a trauma setting is a Registered Nurse (RN) who oversees the operations and staff within a trauma or emergency department. They are responsible for ensuring safe patient care, managing clinical risks, leading and developing staff, and managing the units budget and resources.

Job Description

• Management of staff
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures at all times
• Manage staff according to the Basic Conditions of Employment and the Disciplinary Code, staff planning and Recruitment and Selection of staff
• Manage the day-to-day problem solving, including stock control
• Conduct regular inspections
• Maintain infection control strategies and procedures of the hospital
• Maintain health and safety principles
• Maintain and apply the required discipline
• Evaluation, intervention and resolution of patient complaints and queries
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports
• Manage ad hoc projects as and when required
• Own transport
• Work flexible hours

Minimum Requirements

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
• Post Basic Diploma or equivalent qualification in Critical Care Trauma
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Trauma Department
• Post Basic qualification in Nursing Admin will be advantageous
• Experience in Unit Management as a Shift Leader will be advantageous
• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous
• Excellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills
• The skill to manage nursing standards and in-service training
• Maintain a professional image and character
• Accurate record keeping and the management of stock
• Commitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects
• Excellent MS Office computer skills, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Knowledge of the Kronos System