Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary - Medical Ward

Job Title: Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary -Medical Ward.

Location: Clinix Botshelong-Empilweni Private Hospital (Vosloorus).

Reports to: Unit Manager

Job Summary:

To provide clinical support to patients by assisting the Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse in the delivery of nursing care duties in accordance with quality standard and approved safety regulations as well as scope of practise of the of an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent level of education essential.
• Higher Certificate in Auxiliary nursing.
• Current registration with South African Nursing Council.

Minimum Experience:

• 1 year + experience.
• Hospital experience is non-negotiable.

Added Advantage:

• BLS
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Management

Key Competencies:

• Planning and Organising
• Results Management
• Work Ethics and Values
• Legislation, Policies, Standards and Procedures
• Client Centricity
• Interactive Communication
• Impact and Influence
• Problem Solving
• Organisational Awareness
• Adaptability
• Medical Knowledge
• Self- awareness

DELIVERABLES:

• Perform all duties in accordance with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), Department of Health (DOH) and National Core Standards.
• Adhere to the principles and standards of patient advocacy according to the SANC acts and Omissions, Company Code of Conduct, patient rights and Responsibility charter, National
• Millennium Development goals and the responsibility of continuous professional development (CPD).
• Plan, organize, assess and prioritize work for self to ensure efficient completion of tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Enrolled Nurse.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, and other stakeholders by immediately highlighting any safety risks or disasters and calling for assistance from health support and support personnel when necessary.
• Implement care as instructed by the Registered Nurse and/or Enrolled nurse in order to meet individual patient needs, for example, wound care, hygiene care, buttock care, back and pressure care etc.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Administration staff in maintaining adequate stock levels including accurate recording and charging of stock used.
• Assist the Registered Nurse during a procedure by handling medical equipment and stock as required.
• Carry out basic assessment of patient vital signs, intake and output and accurately monitor and record data relating to patient condition.
• Perform all duties in accordance the scope of practice for Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary and in line with Company policies and procedures whilst adhering to the Patient Rights and Responsibility Charter.