Theatre Professional Nurse at Charisma Healthcare Solutions

About the position

Job Description: Theatre Professional Nurse

Location: Private Hospital, Paarl, Western Cape
Reporting to: Unit Manager / Theatre Manager

Job Purpose

To deliver safe, quality peri-operative nursing care in the theatre environment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through adherence to clinical standards, maintaining patient safety, and supporting multidisciplinary surgical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care

• Deliver comprehensive, high-quality nursing care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures.

• Ensure accurate patient assessment, preparation, and positioning in theatre.
• Maintain patient dignity, safety, and confidentiality at all times.

• Monitor patient status intra-operatively and respond promptly to clinical changes.

• Clinical Practice

• Assist surgeons and anaesthetists during surgical procedures following aseptic and sterile protocols.

• Prepare and manage theatre equipment, instruments, and consumables.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards in accordance with Hospital policies.

• Administer medication safely within scope of practice.

• Theatre Efficiency

• Ensure theatre readiness and turnover efficiency between cases.

• Participate in surgical safety checklists (including WHO protocols).

• Contribute to cost-effective use of resources and stock control.

• Risk Management & Compliance

• Adhere to relevant healthcare legislation, SANC regulations, and hospital policies.

• Identify, manage, and report risks, incidents, and adverse events.

• Ensure accurate and complete clinical documentation.

• Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.

• Communicate effectively within the multidisciplinary team.

• Support and mentor junior staff and students where applicable.

• Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing education, training, and competency assessments.

• Maintain professional registration and CPD requirements.
• Stay updated with best practices in perioperative nursing.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing (General Nursing).
• Post-basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science (preferred).
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a theatre environment (scrub, circulating, or anaesthetics).
• Experience in private healthcare (advantageous).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical and technical theatre skills.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and instruments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Key Attributes

• Patient-focused and compassionate approach.
• High level of professionalism and ethical practice.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic theatre setting.

Working Conditions

• Shift work, including nights, weekends, and on-call duties.
• Exposure to a high-pressure surgical environment.

Desired Skills:

• Strong clinical and technical theatre skills
• High level of professionalism and ethical practice
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic theatre setting

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Nursing / Professional Care Giving

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

• Degree
• South African Nursing Council