Unit Manager | Specialist Qualified | Accident & Emergency Unit

Function
Nursing
Facility
Life St George's Hospital
Position
Unit Manager | Specialist Qualified | Accident & Emergency Unit
Introduction
A vacancy exists for a Specialist Unit Manager Trained for the A&E Unit based at Life St George’s Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating clinical practice and resources within the unit to achieve the company and hospital objectives of quality, growth and people.
Critical Outputs
Effective clinical leadershipLead the implementation of the nursing care plan and co-ordinate and facilitate the delivery of the correct treatment plan within the correct MDT program in order to achieve clinical outcomes.Function as clinical expert in achieving patient outcomes.Ensure competence of staff and students, determine and drive criteria for effective professional socialization, create an environment conducive to learning and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.Promote customer satisfaction within unit, address customer complaints, conduct quality care rounds and clinical practice audits to monitor care levels and report accordingly.Implement national quality initiatives within unit with the focus on improved clinical outcomes and report accordingly.Identify clinical and safety risks and trends in all of the above, implement corrective action where necessary and monitor on an ongoing basis.Initiate and drive unit specific best operating practice, communicate these for wider implementation and participate in hospital specific marketing initiatives.Effective leadership and people managementDemonstrate visible leadership in respect of LHC values, operating model, Nursing strategy and image of the profession, actively sponsor LHC initiatives and projects to ensure continued and improved productivity.Drive and manage all people related processes within unit.Effective financial management (including equipment)Participate in business planning and budgeting processes and manage nursing costs according to budget.Manage stock utilization and drive product management processes within unit together with relevant stakeholders.Ensure staff are trained on the operation of equipment within unit and together with relevant stakeholders ensure equipment is in working order to provide a safe patient environment.Effective relationships with internal & external stakeholdersBuild and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. HOD’s, Enabling functions, patients, family members, service providers etc.) through ongoing communication and feedback.Build and maintain productive relationships with doctors by agreeing professional code of conduct, driving and monitoring effective communication regarding positive patient outcomes, functioning as an advocate for LHC and communicate impact of industry challenges on the Nursing profession.
Requirements
Post Graduate qualification in Critical Care Nursing or Trauma Diploma registered with SANCA minimum of 2 years’ experience in an A&E Unit is required.Proven leadership and people management skill would be most advantageous for this role.Previous experience in A&E Units is preferredBasic understanding of labour legislation, financial and chain management principlesUnderstanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantageComputer proficiency required (MS Office)Driver’s license and reliable transportMust be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Competencies
Problem-solving, analysis and judgementResilienceEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication and presentationInfluencingAction orientationBuilding relationshipsCustomer responsivenessOrganisational awarenessLeading by exampleMotivating and developing peopleExcellence orientationEthical behaviour
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Closing date
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.
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