Unit Manager - Emergency Centre

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Unit Manager manages a specific nursing unit, e.g. a surgical ward, to ensure safe patient care and a positive client experience. They further manage human and other resources to ensure that staff are engaged and processes are optimised.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

1. Ensure safe patient care by meeting set clinical quality standards according to company policies and procedures


2. Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit


3. Lead and manage the staff in the unit


4. Manage the unit's operational and capital expenses according to financial and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources


5. Manage and actively contribute to a positive client experience in the hospital


6. Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes


7. Manage key stakeholder relations

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:   

Professional Nurse qualification.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management or an Accredited Management Qualification.

Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Nursing.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:  

5 years of Professional Nurse experience in a hospital.

2 years of leadership experience in a hospital.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE