Infection control

Cape Town Southern Suburbs Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Medical Reference: CT004208/SM Apply before Mar 31 2024 | 39 Days left Apply External Application

An exiting opportunity has arisen for the position of Registered Nurse in the Health Mother and Baby Clinic at Little Life Rosepark Hospital in Bloemfontein. The above position report to the Unit Manager, Marlie Coetzer. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of the Little Life Baby Clinic and ensure quality nursing care to all patients. *To provide quality patient care by:* * Identifying and ensuring staff undergo department specific micro orientation * Daily Care Rounds to be done, ensuring patient satisfaction is enhanced * Provide accurate, appropriate and adequate information to parents while visiting the clinic.  * Ensure professional ethical practice in the Clinic. * Provide and supervise individualized, specific nursing care to the patients. *Provide effective people management by:* * Interacting and communicating with a multi-disciplinary team * Provide training and development to ensure personal and professional growth * Ensure the Clinic team works according to the scope of practice in order to ensure the correct skills mix is utilised *Provide effective cost management by:* * Minimising unnecessary stock wastage and facilitating maintenance of equipment * Utilization of tools such as Impilo board for correct stock charging, and ensuring that the correct level of care is updated *Provide effective Infection Control and SHEQ by:* * Maintaining a safe and holistic patient environment in order to enforce infection control * Promoting a safe and healthy working environment by completing SHEQ alerts and incident reports to the Quality Manager * Ensuring effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders by:* * Conducting in-service orientation on doctor specific preferences * Ensuring the effective functioning of equipment and instrumentation * Check equipment and instrumentation are in working condition on a daily basis and report any defaults to Unit Manager and Clinical Engineer * Educate and supervise staff and doctors on the correct utilisation of specialised equipment and instrumentation *Ensuring effective record keeping by: * * Ensuring records and accurately completed and stored in accordance with legal and ethical requirements * Perform Clinic Sister duties according to regulations. * Keep accurate records of patients details, and ensure communications is followed up.  * Ensure that the clinic is open and operational according to the hours stated. * Build and maintain healthy relationships with the following stakeholders: Patients, Doctors, Colleagues, Medical Aids, Suppliers/Representatives, * Take part in the planning and presenting of marketing events.  Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing Registration with SANC as a Qualified Midwife *is essential.* Two years’ experience in community health nursing, primary health care, breastfeeding support will be an advantage.  Emotional intelligence, trustworthy and honest.  Time management. Understanding of the Privat

Intermediate Life Support (ILS) The position of for an ILS has become available at a Renowned Company in Port Elizabeth. Purpose of Position: To provide specialized pre-hospital health care to injured, sick, infirm, and aged persons and emergency transport to medical facilities at ILS level of care when required. Requirements: Current registration with HPCSA as ILS. Must have a valid Code 8 or 10 driver’s license, and Prdp, non-negotiable. Certificate in Intermediate Life Support Matric with Math’s and Science Minimum of one years’ experience post qualification. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to perform and remain calm under high pressure situations. Excellent telephonic/radio communication skills. Excellent communication skills with colleagues, hospital staff and Doctors. Fluent in English. Any additional languages will be advantageous. Flexibility to adapt and cope with changes at short notice. Strong administration skills with attention to detail. Must be PC literate – basic word, excel and e-mail Responsibility: Key Performance Areas: Safe patient care in compliance within HPCSA protocols as an ILS. Efficient handling of and response to emergency calls as per company policy. Accurate completion and administration of all required patient and company documentation. Responding timeously to all call outs. Assessing health status of persons involved in accidents, natural disasters and other emergency situations. Monitoring changes in the health status of patients during transport to and from medical, rehabilitation and other health care facilities. Performing medical procedures/treatment at ILS level of training, Efficient and effective management of emergency medical and trauma calls as per company standards, policies, and procedures. Recording information on patient’s conditions and treatment on Patient Report Form (PRF) in accordance with guidelines published by HPCSA. Accurate completion of PRF’s and submission for processing according to scheme and company policy. Responsible driving of emergency vehicles in accordance with company policy and National Road Traffic Act Safe operating of company vehicles and equipment as per company policies and procedures. Practice of strict infection control measures and maintaining a safe, healthy, and accident-free workplace. Active participation in continuous development activities aimed at improving and updating clinical and industry related knowledge. Compliance with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines published by HPCSA. Be able to inspire, motivate, develop, and lead other staff to ensure efficient clinical and professional emergency medical care. Salary is market related Send CV to info@performitpersonnel.co.za Salary: Rnegotiable Job Reference #: ILS001 Consultant Name: Damian Sin Hidge