Professional Nurse

RBN is located in the North West province of South Africa. The administrative capital, Phokeng is near the town of Rustenburg, around 150km from the major hub of Johannesburg. RBN has a financial asset value of $4 billion. This includes a majority shareholding in a platinum mining and refining company, Royal Bafokeng Platinum, and in on- and off-shore investments in the financial services, telecoms, property, infrastructure and transport sectors. Through the income from the Trust, the Royal Bafokeng Administration implements development programmes to improve the living conditions of Bafokeng, employs around 400 people and invests in roads, utilities, schools, clinics and other public amenities in the last decade.

RESPONSIBILITIES AMONGST OTHERS:

Ensure that appropriate health screening processes, for example, blood pressure, etc, have been conducted by Assistant Nurses Assess and screen patients, identifying the causes of health care challenges Prescribe relevant medication upon successful assessment of the symptoms Ensure that patients understand how to take medication and advise them of any potential side effects Identify and refer to the Medical Doctor, where the symptoms are of a complex and serious nature Close and file patients' files appropriately upon completion of health assessment Advise patients on healthy lifestyle and disease prevention measures Ensure that all health care equipment is available for effective patient care and in good working condition Guide and coach the junior health care professionals in patient health care Ensure that all health care services are conducted in line with the Nursing Charter

COMPETENCIES:

In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and legislation governing healthcare practitioners Ability to demonstrate professional ethics, maintaining standards and conduct in accordance with the South African Nursing Act (SANC) and SANC regulations Proficient knowledge of computer-based data management programmes and information systems that manage medical records Excellent written and communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent people management skills Excellent planning and organisation skills Excellent report writing skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in General Nursing/ Registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse. Post-basic qualification in Management is an advantage Midwifery qualification Experience in a casualty unit is an advantage 5+ years' experience practicing as a nursing or in primary health care in a Public/Private Hospital environment