- Assistant Unit Leader – BRC Hillcrest
Company National Renal Care – BRC Hillcrest
Reference # Assistant Unit Leader – BRC Hillcrest
Published 05/05/2022
Contract Type Permanent
Location Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Introduction
National Renal Care has grown and evolved into the leading total kidney and disease
management organisation in South Africa. NRC cares, not only for its patients but also for
society and earth.
National Renal Care seeks to recruit an ambitious, talented, goal driven and self-motivated
individual to fulfil the role of an Assistant Unit Leader.
Job Functions : Administration,Clinical,Medical,Nursing
Industries : Admin, Office & Support,Healthcare,Medical,Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene
Specification
ROLE SUMMARY
The Assistant Unit Leader will focus on the delivery of quality competent nursing care. The
incumbent will act as a clinical resource and leader in the Renal specialty, performing
functions at an advanced level competently and consistently.
COMPETENCIES:
Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Team work
Drive and energy
Excellence orientation (concern for high quality work)
Ethical Behaviour (Honesty)
Building relationships and customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
To provide optimal patient care as per the nursing scope of practice and NRC’s clinical
care pathways.
To perform dialysis according to prescription in a safe manner and in accordance to NRC’s
internal policies and procedures.
Ensure that all patient clinical records are maintained and updated in accordance with the
deadlines, policies & procedures and the NRC standards.
Manage and maintain all medical equipment in accordance with NRC’s technical policies
and procedures.
Ensure that all financial policies and procedures are followed in the unit i.e. confirmation,
billing, private patients, stock, waste etc.
Ensure that your knowledge is constantly updated regarding Nephrology nursing in order
to aid you in providing an optimal dialysis service and education and training to patients,
new staff and patient’s families.
Ensure that all NRC quality initiative programs are utilised for the patients under your
management.
Responsible for leading the shift and for the supervision of all subcategories on the floor
on a daily basis and to perform the functions of the Unit Leader in his/ her absence.
Demonstrate the National Renal Care Values and Caring the NRC Way.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please upload your CV onto Skillsmap.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:
A relevant nursing qualification (Diploma in General Nursing/ B Cur Degree) or equivalent
NQF 7 qualification
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse/HPCSA
Proven Leadership abilities a prerequisite
Computer proficiency (MS Office)
A Minimum of 3 years’ renal experience will be an advantage.
Job Closing Date 11/May/2022
Apply online at
https://jb.skillsmapafrica.com/Job/Index/60000