The posting
A retirement village in Randburg is seeking a compassionate, responsible and dedicated Registered Nurse to join its frail and mid-care team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to elderly residents, including those living with dementia, while promoting dignity, independence, comfort and wellbeing. The role requires strong clinical judgement, emotional resilience and a commitment to maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful environment.
Roles and Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualised care plans.
- Provide direct nursing care and monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Administer medication safely and timeously in accordance with prescriptions, professional standards and applicable regulations.
- Monitor residents' responses to treatment and report changes in their condition to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date nursing records, medical documentation and incident reports.
- Ensure compliance with medication storage, dispensing, security and documentation requirements.
- Supervise and support care staff, assist with orientation, and provide guidance and mentoring where required.
- Coordinate care with the nursing management team and other healthcare professionals.
- Communicate professionally with residents, families and staff, addressing concerns and supporting resident satisfaction.
- Promote residents' dignity, privacy, confidentiality and independence in daily activities.
- Monitor medical supplies, medication, nappies and other care-centre stock.
- Maintain a clean, safe and supportive care environment.
- Report incidents, injuries and operational concerns promptly.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and nursing standards.
- Assist with emergency situations and ensure continuity of care when required.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- Experience in nursing care for elderly residents, particularly those living with dementia, is essential.
- Mature, responsible and compassionate approach to elderly care.
- Good understanding of nursing procedures, medication administration and resident care standards.
- Ability to supervise and support care staff.
- Strong understanding of confidentiality, documentation and professional accountability.
- Physically fit and able to perform duties involving extended walking, bending and lifting.
- Willingness to work alternating day and night shifts, including weekends, on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off roster.
- Availability for periodic overtime.
Skills and attributes:
- Compassionate, patient and respectful approach to elderly care.
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective organisational and time-management abilities.
- Confidence, maturity and emotional resilience.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing resident needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Leadership skills and the ability to guide and motivate care staff.
- Reliable, accountable and attentive to detail.
- Commitment to resident dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
- Positive attitude and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Work hours:
Monday to Friday: 12 hour shifts 6-30 to 6-30
Saturday: 12 hour shifts 6-30 to 6-30
Sunday: 12 hour shifts 6-30 to 6-30
Alternating Days/Hours:
Alternating day/night shifts
7 days on, 7 days off
Overtime Required (Weekdays/Weekends):
Periodic overtime.
Benefits:
13th Cheque
Pension/Provident fund
Annual Leave
Number of leave days: 15 to start.
Start date
As soon as possible.
Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
