Enrolled Nurse

About the Role

We are looking for a professional and dedicated Enrolled Nurse to provide quality nursing care to our residents within the requirements of the person-centred care model and applicable legislation. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, the successful candidate will play a key role in medication management, physical assessment, safety, and the overall well-being of residents in our care.

Key Responsibilities

Medication Management

• Receive, check, and administer medication in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring the correct resident, route, dosage, and timing always.
• Maintain and update the Medication Administration Sheet (MAS), blister packs, and Medication Control Sheets accurately.
• In conjunction with a Registered Nurse, record and countersign Schedules 6 and 7 drug registers weekly and update the physical drug count.
• Retain possession of all drug cupboard keys whilst on duty and ensure storage and disposal of all substances complies with statutory requirements.
• Ensure room and fridge temperatures for medication are checked and recorded twice daily.

Clinical Care

• Conduct physical assessments of new residents within one week of admission and re-assess residents as scheduled by the Care Manager.
• Evaluate frail care and home care residents daily for the first seven days of residence and update progress notes accordingly.
• Ensure that emergency equipment and supplies are checked weekly.

Safety & Environment

• Maintain a safe environment for all residents, reporting hazards, wearing correct protective clothing, and complying with restraint, sharps, and medical waste disposal policies.
• Immediately report any bruising, injuries, or suspected abuse of residents to the Care Manager.

Communication & Administration

• Attend Care Plan Meetings, shift handover meetings, and staff meetings, contributing actively to care decisions.
• Review and action incident reports daily; investigate any incidents impacting resident care and submit written reports to the Care Manager within 24 hours.
• Advise the Care Manager of identified needs, trends, or communicable disease concerns on an immediate basis.
• Maintain all consumable records, stock management, and ensure SANC registration is always current.

What We Are Looking For

• Enrolled Nurse qualification with current and valid SANC registration.
• Sound knowledge of medication management, legal scheduling requirements, and clinical nursing procedures.
• Excellent observational and assessment skills with a person-centred approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to complete accurate clinical documentation on IHFM.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a proactive approach to quality of care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

Pay: R18 500,00 - R20 500,00 per month

Work Location: In person