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Medwell SA, provides comprehensive healthcare services across South Africa, specialising in home nursing, elderly care, palliative care, frail care, and assisted living solutions.

We are looking to employ a Healthcare Manager to be based at Deplattekloof Retirement Village. The successful candidate will be responsible for overall management of all healthcare services offered within the Retirement Estate.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:**

* Co\-ordination and control of all services offered in the 12\-bed care unit, 106 assisted living units and home based care services in village (currently 48 independent homes).
* Quality control of nursing care delivered by all nursing staff working in the unit, in collaboration with the Nursing Services Manager.
* Manage, implement and/or provide Primary Healthcare clinic services.
* Manage, co\-ordinate and arrange services in Assisted living inclusive of Personal Care services in the Estate.
* Annual assessments of residents in clinic and at home (only on exception, where required due to mobility impairment).
* Perform clinical assessments and health screen reviews of prospective care unit and village residents.
* On stand\-by to provide telephonic guidance/advice to Registered Nurses on shift as and when required.
* Manage and supervise the managed home based care services in collaboration with the Registered Nurse thereto appointed.
* Manage and/or supervise clinical information on software database for care unit, assisted living units and village.
* Prepare and present monthly reports and stats and presentation thereof as requested.
* Pro\-actively manage staffing levels when occupancy is low in order to minimise the financial risk.
* Management and performance evaluation of all staff working in the care unit in collaboration with the Human Resources department and Nursing Services Manager.
* Manage and responsible for health and safety compliance as per company policies and OHS Act, including all responsibilities thereto attached.
* Control over the procurement and use of medication, medical supplies, and stock.

**COMPETENCIES:**

* Excellent time management skills.
* Organised and systematic.
* Appreciates the importance of inter\-personal relationships on all levels.
* Excellent verbal and written communication and administrative skills.
* High level of computer literacy (MS Office).
* Work effectively with a multidisciplinary team context and individually.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:**

* Degree qualified Registered Nurse with minimum five years' experience in a managerial position in the healthcare industry. (Management experience within the retirement industry beneficial.)
* Experience in Alzheimers’ Dementia/Memory Care
* Familiar with and working knowledge of The Older Persons Act (Act 13 of 2006\)
* Knowledge and practical experience of the professional requirements and procedures required as stipulated in the Scope of Practice of the South African Nursing Council.

Work Location: In person

Healthcare Manager_De Plattekloof

Job Details
   

  

**Description**
**Job Summary:**
 This is a full\-time, overnight position which under the direction of the Department manager or Supervisor this position assesses, plans, organizes and evaluates all aspects of patient care for assigned unit/patients.
   

  

**Reports to:** 
 Director, Inpatient Services \| RN Supervisor
   

  

**Hourly Rate** 
 : $34\.14\-$54\.00 (
 *hourly rate does not include overtime or bonuses which are not guaranteed* 
 )
   

  

**Essential Job Functions**
 Utilizes the nursing process to provide quality patient care according to established standards of care which includes planning, implementing, evaluating and adjusting plan of care, and discharge planning based on expected patient outcomes.
   

  

* Admits, transfers, and discharges patients.
* Completes ongoing patient assessment and documents according to policy
* Completes nursing assessment as appropriate for the patients condition and within established time frames.
* Develops patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations and interventions.
* Reports symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition to appropriate personnel and in timely manner
* Assesses, collaborates and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
* Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
* Collaborates and works cooperatively with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team in formal and informal teaching of patients and/or family about his or her disease process and wellness promotion plan and discharge planning.
* Demonstrates an awareness and relevance of research in nursing. Evaluates practices to identify areas for improvement or opportunities for research.


**Additional Duties**
* Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
* Preforms other duties as assigned.


**Minimum Requirements**
**Education** 
 : Graduation from accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
   

  

**Certification, Licensure** 
 : Current state license as a registered nurse; current CPR certification; ACLS, PALS or TNCC certifications per policy.
   

  

**Experience, Training, Knowledge** 
 : Previous experience as an RN in related care area preferred.
   

  

**Physical Requirements**
 Requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to fifty (50\) pounds; stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching; standing and walking more than five (5\) hours per day; visual acuity in order to correctly distinguish skin tone variations, evidence of IV infiltration, infection, also to read telemetry, blood pressure gauges, etc.; audio acuity, in order to correctly distinguish various body sounds, i.e. respiration’s, heart sounds, bowel sounds, also to discern sounds made by various types of machinery or equipment which would indicate dangerous or improper operation.
   

  

**Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures**
 Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.
   

  

 Animas Surgical Hospital offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to retirement, health, dental, vision, \& life insurance. 401k with employer matching
   

  

 Animas Surgical Hospital is a drug free workplace and performs a pre\-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.
   

  

 ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS – Aligns with CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel
   

  

* Hepatitis B\- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals
* Influenza\- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)
* Measles, Mumps, and Rubella \- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination
* Varicella (chickenpox) \- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine
* Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) \- documented proof of immunization
* Tuberculosis Screening \- Documentation of a two\-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T\-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months
* VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORK

Registered Nurse, Patient Care Unit

**Potentiam company background** 




**(The Employer)** 




 Potentiam is a rapidly growing global offshore solutions provider, connecting skilled technical professionals with leading UK and European companies. With established offices in
 **South Africa, Romania, and India** 
 , and our newest location in
 **Brazil,** 
 we continue to expand our global presence to support businesses in scaling effectively and sustainably.
 



  





 Our mission is to help companies build high\-performing offshore teams while ensuring our people have clear career development and growth opportunities. Potentiam manages all aspects of HR, payroll, infrastructure, and staff development, while our clients directly oversee their teams’ day\-to\-day responsibilities and role\-specific training.
 



  





 With ambitious growth plans to reach over
 **500 team members globally** 
 within the next 3–4 years, Potentiam offers an exciting, fast\-paced environment where people, purpose, and performance come together.
 



  





**Purpose of role** 




 Working closely with the Head of OH Operations, Senior/Lead OHAs and other clinical and non\-clinical team members, the purpose of this role is to provide an onsite and remote full Occupational Health remit.
 



 As an Occupational Health Advisor, you will work both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of the larger Occupational Health team, managing your own work and supervising and supporting the efficient running of the Occupational Health provision to the client. You will form strong relationships with key stakeholders and help to support and plan other OH services including technician, OHP, and offsite services including counselling and physiotherapy.
 



 The role will also require remote case management for various clients depending on business need.
 



  





**Duties and responsibilities** 



* Undertake an agreed workload on a day\-to\-day basis, ensuring efficient time management and use of resources across the wider team
* Provide evidence\-based, clear and concise advice to the contract on Occupational Health matters
* Follow Occupational Health policies, standards, procedures and guidelines to ensure effective service delivery
* Work as an independent nurse and continue professional development in line with NMC validation
* Assess and manage medical referrals to facilitate corporate attendance management procedures
* Maintain strong knowledge of workplaces, hazards, workers, and individual health conditions
* Confidently consult with HR, employees, and representative organisations regarding health, safety, and wellbeing issues
* Contribute to health promotion campaigns and attend meetings, consultations, and committees as appropriate
* Maintain practice standards in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council professional standards, legislation, and best practice
* Maintain record systems in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements
* Support additional responsibilities appropriate to the role and service



  





**Skills/Experience** 




**Qualifications \& Experience** 



* SANC registration essential
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in Occupational Health
* Previous OH experience required, including up\-to\-date knowledge of applicable legislation, best practice principles, and regulatory requirements
* Post\-registration qualification in Occupational Health – diploma or degree (Advantageous)
* Successful track record of providing Occupational Health advice, guidance, and support to managers and employees including:
* Complex case management
* Pre\-employment assessments
* Sickness absence management
* Rehabilitation
* Work\-related health issues
* Proactive health interventions
* Experience advising HR staff, line managers, and employees



**Technical Skills** 



* Good proficiency in producing clear, legible, and concise case notes and reports
* Good IT knowledge essential



**Personal Skills** 



* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
* Ability to interact with key stakeholders confidently and professionally across meetings, conferences, and client events
* Dedicated to understanding customer needs and delivering service excellence
* Ability to build strong working relationships for business benefit
* Methodical approach with a strong focus on quality and commercial awareness
* Detail\-oriented and highly professional



  





**Location and hours** 




 Cape Town/ Johannesburg \- Hybrid
 



 09h00 – 18h00 / 10h00 – 19h00
 



  





**Data Privacy Notice** 




 The personal information you provide during the application and recruitment process will be used solely for recruitment purposes, in accordance with our data protection policies.
 



 For any questions regarding data processing related to HR activities, please contact Chantal Endemann at careers@potentiam.co.uk.
 



 All data shared with third parties complies with applicable confidentiality and retention requirements.

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