Residential Registered Nurse – Fourways | Apply Now!

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Residential Registered Nurse to join our dedicated healthcare team in Fourways, Gauteng. As part of your role, you will be responsible for optimizing resident health and well-being by assisting with activities of daily living. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse to ensure the highest standards of care for residents in a long-term care facility. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of elderly residents while maintaining professional healthcare standards.

Key Performance Areas:

📝 Patient Assessment & Monitoring:

• Take accurate patient histories and perform physical assessments upon resident admission.
• Conduct special observations (e.g., blood pressure checks, physical assessments post-fall).
• Assess acuity levels of residents and monitor glucose levels and skin integrity daily.
• Perform mouth care, pressure care, and catheter control as necessary.
• Administer and monitor medications (oral, IM, IV, subcutaneous) and ensure proper medication documentation.

💉 Medical Care & Procedures:

• Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizations, and assist with wound care.
• Perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.
• Accurately prepare blister packs and order medications.
• Record and manage medical stock, ensuring accurate documentation of emergency stock levels.

👨‍⚕️ Staff Management:

• Oversee the back and pressure care tasks carried out by the staff.
• Monitor and ensure the completion of bowel action reports and fluid balance charts.
• Conduct shift handovers, ensuring key equipment is transferred, and provide in-service training for care staff.
• Complete staff attendance registers and delegation allocations for the following day.

🏥 Resident Management & Care:

• Ensure residents’ dietary requirements and care needs are met and documented.
• Complete admission and discharge forms accurately, ensuring all documentation is up to date.
• Coordinate and oversee resident outings and family visits, ensuring a smooth experience for all involved.
• Work closely with doctors to ensure their needs are met and provide required documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements:

🎓 Essential Qualifications:

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Experience in long-term care (i.e., geriatric care) is highly advantageous.

📅 Shift Requirements:

• Willingness to work 16 shifts per month, including both day and night shifts.

Skills & Competencies:

✔ Attention to Detail: Precision in medical documentation, patient care, and medication administration.
✔ Strong Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, and medical staff.
✔ Empathy & Compassion: Provide care with dignity, respect, and understanding.
✔ Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for residents.
✔ Multitasking & Time Management: Effectively manage multiple tasks, including administrative duties and patient care activities.
✔ Resilience & Patience: Ability to provide compassionate care in challenging situations, especially in a long-term care setting.

Why Join Us?

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of elderly residents, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care in a safe and compassionate environment. This is a fulfilling role where your expertise will be valued, and you will be supported in your professional development.

Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have the required qualifications, we invite you to apply for the Residential Registered Nurse position today!

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TIPS for CV Related to this Role:

1. Highlight Relevant Qualifications:
   Ensure that your SANC registration and long-term care experience are prominently listed on your CV.

2. Experience in Geriatric Care:
   If you have experience working with elderly residents or in a long-term care facility, make sure to emphasize this in your work experience section.

3. Skills Section:
   Include your proficiency in wound care, CPR, and medication administration. Detail your ability to manage resident health records and document procedures accurately.

4. Demonstrate Empathy & Compassion:
   Include examples in your CV that demonstrate your ability to work with patients with dignity and respect, especially in a geriatric care environment.

5. Professional Summary:
   Start with a professional summary that highlights your qualifications, your experience in resident care, and your commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality healthcare.