Senior Shift Leader - Registered Nurse

Clé du Cap Healthcare Centre | Kirstenhof, Cape Town

Day Shift | 16.25 shifts per month | Leadership Role | Above-Market Salary

Faircape Health delivers the full continuum of care across six world‑class healthcare centres, all located within luxury Faircape Life retirement villages.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (Senior Shift Leader / Unit Manager) to join our team at Clé du Cap Healthcare Centre in Kirstenhof.

This is a hands‑on leadership role within a structured, well‑supported healthcare environment — ideal for an experienced nurse who wants leadership responsibility without hospital‑level chaos.

You will oversee daily nursing operations, lead your team on shift, and ensure high clinical standards while working closely with doctors, therapists, management, and HR.

• Day Shift Only (07:00 – 19:00)
• Only 16.25 shifts per month – excellent work‑life balance
• Above‑market, Experience‑related Salary
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Long‑service leave
• Well‑resourced, professionally managed facilities
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Stable, growing healthcare group offering long‑term security

• Oversee and coordinate nursing care within the unit
• Ensure high standards of clinical documentation and compliance
• Monitor medication management and infection control
  
  Conduct high‑risk assessments and ensure safe care delivery

• Manage daily staffing and shift allocations
• Guide and mentor nursing staff and carers
• Address performance matters where required
• Ensure smooth operational flow of the unit

• Act appropriately during medical emergencies
• Communicate effectively with families and the multidisciplinary team

• SANC registered as a Registered Nurse.
• Up‑to‑date Basic Life Support certification is advantageous.

• Proven experience as a Unit Manager or Senior Shift Leader
• Experience in a similar leadership position is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, and Palliative care is advantageous.
• Proficiency in organising and delivering training sessions for staff development.
• Experience with staff scheduling, supervision, and training

• Clinical Expertise:
  Strong clinical skills and experience in nursing practice, including assessments, treatments, and patient care.
• Excellent communication skills to interact
• Problem‑Solving:
  Capability to make critical decisions, solve complex problems, and handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility to handle changing circumstances and adapt quickly to new protocols or procedures.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Foster a collaborative environment, working closely with other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Ability to effectively manage a nursing unit's daily operations.
• Skilled in addressing and correcting staff behaviour or performance issues.
• Time Management:
  Efficiently manage time and resources during shifts to prioritise patient care and operational tasks.

• Clear health record.
• Clear criminal record.
• Clear credit record.
• Two written references.

• A highly collaborative clinical team, including:
• Onsite and visiting doctors
• Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses
• Experienced carers
• Social Workers
• Occupational Therapists

Onsite medical support ensuring close collaboration between nursing and medical teams. Access to the Faircape Pharmacy based at Tokai supporting efficient medication management and continuity of care. Clear clinical governance structures, protocols, and escalation pathways. An engaged and supportive HR and management team that understands healthcare operations. A stable working environment within a growing healthcare group offering long‑term career security.

To apply or learn more about Faircape and the position, you can visit their website at

Please note that if you do not hear from Faircape Health within two weeks, your application should be considered unsuccessful.