Unit Manager

**Requirements**:

- Professional Nursing Qualification
- Diploma/Certificate in Nursing Administraton
- At least two years relevant experience in a leader/shift leader position in Medical or Surgical units in a Private Hospital
- Registration of SANC and proof of indemnity cover are pre-requisites
- Previous experience in a management position will be advantageous
- Knowledge of the legislative and Occupational Health and Safety requirements
- Valid Drivers licence and ability to travel
- Afterhours availability own transport
- Excellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills
- The skill to manage nursing standards and in-service training
- Maintain a professional image and character
- Build sound working relationships with multidisciplinary team
- Accurate record keeping and the management of stock
- Commitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects
- Excellent MS Office computer skills, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
- Knowledge of the Kronos System

**Key Outputs**:

- Be operational as well as manage the administrative duties
- Manage the Medical and Surgical Wards
- Ensure adherence to policies and procedures at all times
- Manage staff according to the Basic Conditions of Employment and the Disciplinary Code, staff-planning and Recruitment and Selection of staff
- Manage the day to day problem solving.
- Stock and equipment management including ordering of stock and equipment
- Accurate billing of stock utilised
- After hours cover as per a roster
- Conduct regular inspections
- Maintain infection control strategies and procedures of the hospital