REGISTERED NURSE - MENTAL HEALTH UNIT
Location: Richards Bay, Meer En See
Ref: 26MEB0
ROLE TITLE: REGISTERED NURSE X 4
DEPARTMENT: MENTAL HEALTH WARD
REPORTING STRUCTURE: UNIT MANAGER
CLOSING DATE: 24 NOVEMBER 2026
ROLE SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse will render and promote cost effective, safe quality patient care in accordance to hospital standards and policies. The incumbent will further be responsible for direct and/or indirect nursing care of a patient or a group of patients, for assessing, planning, executing and supervising the implementation of care to meet patient needs, is a role model in the delivery of evidence based care and will actively participate in Clinical Governance.
SKILLS PROFILE
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional nurse and Psychiatric nurse
• Relevant qualification in Psychiatry B CUR/Diploma in Nursing (General, Community Health and Psychiatric) & Midwifery
• Prior experience in psychiatric nursing is essential (Minimum 2 years)
• Flexible in working hours/Shifts
• Computer Literacy, SAP will be an advantage
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Three or more years of experience in a private hospital preferred
• A good understanding of mental illness
• Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
KNOWLEDGE
• Practice patient care according to the Scope of Practice and assume total responsibility for these activities
• Contribute to the holistic care of patients
• Attend handover of report at shift commencement. Audit of health records to ensure compliance
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care, and encourage them to participate in therapeutic activities
• Monitor progress, advise and arrange support for patients, relatives and carers
• Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives and visitors
• Practice the principles of infection prevention and control.
• Carry out all departmental duties as assigned, and perform other duties as reasonably requested by the Unit Manager or senior member of staff.
• Liaising with multidisciplinary team i.e Doctors, social workers and other professionals
• Administer and store medication in accordance with care plans. Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately
APPLICATION PROCESS
MEER EN BAY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Company's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process
aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy. Meer En Bay actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.
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