Enrolled Nurse

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to strengthen our nursing team in Port Elizabeth. In this role, you will contribute to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring the smooth operation of the unit through both clinical support and essential administrative tasks.

The Enrolled Nurse will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, while assisting in the coordination of clinical and administrative duties within the unit. This includes patient support, stock control, accurate record-keeping, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the nursing team.

• Administer medicine as per protocols prescribed Health Management of residents and provide feedback to their families.
• Maintain the confidentiality of diagnosis, treatment, residents, families, and all matters pertaining to Nazareth House.
• Be prepared to workday or night duty depending on the needs of Nazareth House.
• Maintain the quality and standard of care given by nursing staff.
• Supervise staff and manage the administration of respective houses.
• Assist with the in-service training of permanent, temporary staff, and students, on basic nursing care and management of the aged.
• Supervise the serving of meals and monitor the resident’s consumption thereof, to ensure that any special dietary needs are met.
• Liaise with the Nursing Services Manager regarding problems encountered and immediately reporting same.
• Liaise with medical practitioners, keeping them up to date with specific residents’ problems and treatment.
• Responsible to meet with nursing staff on a monthly basis, reporting back to the Nursing Services Manager.
• Do quarterly performance assessments on staff and submit to the Nursing Services Manager.

• Valid Enrolled Nurse qualification and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a clinical environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient-centered care.

* Nazareth Care reserves the right not to make an appointment.