About the position
Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the unit to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient team performance. This includes managing clinical and administrative staff, guiding training and development, overseeing budgets, and promoting cost-effective practices and stakeholder collaboration.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- A B.Cur or Diploma in General Nursing, along with a recognised Diploma or Degree in Operating Room Nursing.
- A formal Nursing Administration qualification.
- Proven scrub experience across key disciplines: Ophthalmic, Gynaecology, ENT, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Maxillofacial - essential.
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
- Additional qualifications in Risk Management, Occupational Health, or Infection Control will be advantageous.
- A Business Management qualification, as well as updated ACLS, PALS, or ATLS certifications, will be highly regarded.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a managerial or supervisory role, or previous experience as an Acting Unit Manager.
- Prior experience in the private hospital sector will be a distinct advantage.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
- Lead, organise and oversee daily theatre operations while ensuring alignment with clinical standards.
- Champion quality assurance by developing and managing the SHERQ plan and compliance roadmap.
- Drive continuous improvement and safety through accurate risk reporting and regulatory adherence.
- Coordinate and implement hospital policies, procedures, and infection control protocols.
- Liaise with HR to develop training and development plans that meet audit and DOH requirements.
- Manage staff performance across theatre teams and ensure optimal resource planning.
- Facilitate theatre lists, ensure readiness of surgical equipment and manage stock efficiently.
- Monitor patient and environmental safety, conducting regular checks and taking corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate reporting for incident investigations and compliance with COID standards.
- Build collaborative relationships with doctors, departments, and key hospital stakeholders.
Desired Skills:
- Maxillofacial
- Opthalmic
- Gynaecology
- General Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Basic Life Support Certificate
- Operating Room Nursing
