Clinical Nurse (R/N) - Emergency Department at Netcare Olivedale Hospital, Randburg
Netcare Group · Randburg, Gauteng
Overview
Netcare Olivedale Hospital in Randburg is looking for an experienced Clinical Nurse to join their busy Emergency Department. This is a full time fixed term role where you will deliver holistic, person centred nursing care to patients and their families. You will work within a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in emergency treatment, patient assessment, and care planning. If you are registered with the SANC and have a passion for emergency nursing, this could be a great next step in your career with one of South Africa's leading private hospital groups.
About the role
Netcare Olivedale Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join the Emergency Department team. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing individualised nursing care for patients and their families. You will coordinate care within a multidisciplinary health team and act as a patient advocate when needed.
What you can expect to do:- Serve as a clinical resource by assisting staff with patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and documentation
- Initiate and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) for patients within your Scope of Practice
- Interview patients and families to gather background information and identify problems
- Participate in ward rounds with medical practitioners to review patient conditions
- Develop and coordinate individualised nursing care plans
- Prepare shift documentation reflecting patient status, staff ratios, and unit issues
- Ensure a safe, clean, and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors
- Provide input into patient care policies and procedures
- Mentor and support nursing staff and students alongside Clinical Facilitators
This is a fixed term, full time position based at Netcare Olivedale Hospital in Randburg, Gauteng. You will be part of a team that values Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion, and Dignity.
Requirements
- Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- Thorough knowledge of general and specialised nursing theory and practice
- Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices
- Experience in an Emergency Department or similar acute care setting
- Ability to work shifts, including day and night duty
- Strong clinical assessment and emergency response skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised nursing care for patients
- Serve as a clinical resource to assist personnel with patient care and documentation
- Initiate and maintain emergency treatment (RESUS) within Scope of Practice
- Interview patients and families to obtain relevant background information and identify problems
- Participate as a professional member of the multidisciplinary team in evaluating and implementing health care plans
- Do rounds with physicians to review patient conditions and develop nursing care plans
- Coordinate patient services and evaluate care needs
- Prepare shift documentation reflecting patient status and unit issues
- Communicate with unit manager regarding activities and problems
- Provide input into patient care policies and procedures
- Ensure a safe, clean, and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors
- Optimise and maintain quality, effective, and safe nursing care within budget
- Evaluate, set standards, and monitor safe utilisation of supplies and equipment
- Participate in in service training, orientation of new staff, and mentoring of nursing students
- Allocate staff members to promote optimal use of staff based on patient needs and acuity levels
- Maintain effective communication and interpersonal relations within the unit and with the public
- Actively participate in own professional development and stay updated on Netcare policies
Job details
- Organisation
- Netcare Group
- Location
- Randburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Hi there! If you are a registered nurse with a heart for emergency care, this role at Netcare Olivedale is a solid opportunity. The Emergency Department is fast paced, so you will need to think on your feet and stay calm under pressure. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your SANC registration number and any emergency or trauma experience you have. It also helps to highlight your RESUS training and any shift work you have done before. During the interview, expect questions about how you handle stressful situations, prioritise patients, and work within a team. Netcare values compassion and dignity, so let your passion for patient care shine through. Applications for this role are made through the PNet listing, so follow the link to submit your details. Good luck!
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