Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (PN-A5): General Unit

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Overview This document outlines the role of an Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (PN-A5) for a General Unit within the Mpumalanga Department of Health. The position is responsible for the overall management and coordination of nursing services in the General Ward. What you will do * Plan, Organize, Manage, and coordinate, as well as maintain optimal Nursing Services as an Operational Manager in a General Ward. * Develop/establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Nursing and stakeholders, including inter-Professional, inter–sectoral, and multi–disciplinary team workers. * Participate in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, Standards, and procedures. * Effectively manage the utilization of Human, Financial, and Physical resources. * Maintain professional growth / ethical standards and self-development. * Deliver a supportive service to the Nursing Service and the institution by taking overall supervision after hours and on weekends. * Ensure implementation of Norms and Standards and the Ideal Hospital Framework and develop Quality Improvement Plans. * Manage Performance and Development of staff, as well as participate in Managers' scheduled meetings. * Exercise control of discipline, grievance, and other labour-related issues in terms of laid down policies or procedures. * Manage data in the unit and ensure submission to the facility information office. * Identify, develop, and control Risk Management Systems within the unit. * Provide a safe therapeutic environment as laid by Nursing Acts, Occupational Health and Safety Acts, and all the applicable prescripts. * Implement and manage Infection Prevention and Control protocols. * Uphold the Batho Pele and Patients Right Principles. Requirements (from the original advert) * Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425, i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. * A minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. * A Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration and Management will be an added advantage. * Knowledge/skills: Basic computer literacy, strong Leadership, Good communication and Sound Interpersonal skills. * Ability to work under pressure, manage own time, function as an effective leader of the nursing team. * Ability to work shifts and standby in accordance with the requirements of the unit and nursing services. * Report writing. Who should apply This role is suitable for an experienced Professional Nurse with at least seven years of experience in general nursing after SANC registration, who possesses strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should be computer literate, capable of managing resources and staff, developing quality improvement plans, and ensuring adherence to ethical standards and regulations within a general ward setting. The ability to work shifts and standby, and effectively manage various operational aspects including risk, data, and labour relations, is essential. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/operational-manager-nursing-grade-1-pn-a5-general-unit-mpumalanga-department-of-health-1 Source: myjobmag

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