DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Advert Ref: RMQ859
Advert Title: Director of Nursing
Area: La Lucia, Durban
Advert Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 40 Hours
Time Conditions: Dayshift
Salary: R27,000 - R48,000
Closing Date: 22 September 2023

ROLE SUMMARY:
Our healthcare facility is on the hunt for a qualified Director of Nursing to lead and oversee our nursing department. As Director of Nursing, your central goal will be to develop a collaborative and efficient workplace with specific attention to quality patient care.

You will perform a range of duties including maintaining department budgets, setting long-term goals, and overseeing record-keeping processes. The ideal candidate for this position has proven experience in a nursing leadership role, outstanding organizational skills, and in-depth knowledge of healthcare industry policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and lead all nursing personnel operations.
Develop short and long-term goals for the entire nursing department.
Establish new policies and update existing policies to improve the standard of care for patients.
Plan and oversee admission, nursing, and patient care processes.
Maintain department budgets and record all expenses.
Respond to any nursing-related issues in a timely manner.
Coordinate with medical staff and other departments to ensure hospital efficiency.
Oversee all record-keeping processes and ensure all necessary documents are accurate and up-to-date.
Hire and train new nursing staff members.
Evaluate staff performance and prepare accurate reports detailing your findings.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration or a relevant field.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
In-depth knowledge of legal policies and regulations in the healthcare industry.
Certified nursing and CPR qualifications.
Aptitude for problem-solving.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Interested Applicants who meet the requirements may apply here on our website or use the email address of La Lucia Hospital HR Manager STELLA VAN ROOY [stellavanrooy@laluciahospital.com]. Applicants will be conducted shortly, Should you not be contacted in 14 days of your application, Please consider your application unsuccessful and thank you for your interest in our healthcare group.