Unit Manager ICU

A senior nursing opportunity is available in Pietermaritzburg for an experienced ICU leader to take responsibility for the clinical and operational management of a busy critical care unit. This role is suited to a confident nursing manager who can lead a team effectively while maintaining high standards of patient care, quality and clinical governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day clinical and operational functioning of the ICU/High Care unit.
• Provide strong clinical leadership and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality critical care.
• Supervise, support and develop the nursing team to maintain high levels of competency and performance.
• Coordinate staffing and ensure effective utilisation of human and clinical resources.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff and address identified training and development needs.
• Monitor compliance with critical care nursing standards, hospital policies and professional requirements.
• Conduct and support clinical audits, quality improvement and risk management initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards.
• Monitor patient care outcomes and identify areas requiring improvement.
• Manage resources effectively and contribute to the efficient operation of the unit.
• Address staff, patient and operational concerns promptly and professionally.
• Work collaboratively with doctors and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate departmental records and documentation.
• Promote a positive, professional and patient-centred working environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current SANC registration.
• Diploma in Critical Care or relevant critical care qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a nursing management role, preferably within an ICU/High Care environment.
• Strong ICU/critical care clinical experience, with sound clinical judgement and knowledge of critical care nursing standards.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including staff supervision, mentoring and effective management of a nursing team.
• Experience in managing the day-to-day operational requirements of a busy ICU/High Care unit.
• Good understanding of quality improvement, clinical audits, risk management and infection prevention practices.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage resources effectively, work under pressure and make sound decisions within a critical care environment.
• Previous private hospital experience will be advantageous.
• Strong ability to build effective working relationships with nursing staff, doctors and other multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain high standards of patient care while managing competing operational priorities.

Submit your CV to ***email_hidden*** or call 021 180 5445.

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