Unit Manager - Cardiology Critical Care
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Nursing
Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing, RN Nurse
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Closing date: 14/10/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name:
Yolande Andre
Reference number: 74259
Workplace Type:
On-site
Permanent
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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBThe Unit Manager manages a specific nursing unit, e.g. a surgical ward, to ensure safe patient care and a positive client experience. They further manage human and other resources to ensure that staff are engaged and processes are optimised.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS- Ensure safe patient care by meeting set clinical quality standards according to company policies and procedures
- Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit
- Lead and manage the staff in the unit
- Manage the unit's operational and capital expenses according to financial and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources
- Manage and actively contribute to a positive client experience in the hospital
- Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes
- Manage key stakeholder relations
ESSENTIAL
EDUCATION:
Professional Nurse qualification, and Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management or an Accredited Management Qualification OR 5 years of leadership experience in a hospital, and
Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing if managing a specialist unit (e.g. Perioperative Nursing)
DESIRED
EDUCATION:
N/A
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
5 years of Professional Nurse experience in a hospital
2 years of leadership experience in a hospital
DESIRED
EXPERIENCE:
N/A
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- Auditing and accreditation processes
- Clinical risk management
- Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
- Human resource processes including employee relations
- Infection prevention and control
- Management of staff productivity
- Nursing functional knowledge
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
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