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Deputy Nursing Manager- Theatre

Medical Placements Recruitment

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Jun 30, 2026

Location
Western Cape
Type
Full-time
Department
Healthcare
Seniority
Manager
Experience
5+ years
Closing date
Today
Source
Vincere

Description

EY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Support the Nursing Manager to achieve quality patient care in line with the hospital operational goals and objectives

Manage patient risks to achieve patient safety in line with specified clinical outcomes

Ensure a positive patient experience in line with corporate benchmarks

Ensure optimal utilisation of a competent and engaged workforce and other resources in line with the relevant company guidelines

Lead and manage direct reports

Establish and manage key stakeholder relationships to achieve integrated patient care and positive clinical outcomes

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree/diploma in nursing, Appropriate leadership/management qualification

DESIRED EDUCATION:  Discipline-specific qualification- Theatre trained registered nurse

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:  5 years experience in a supervisory position, e.g. Unit Manager

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 – 3 years experience in a supervisory position within a specialised unit- Theatre 

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Infection prevention and control
  • Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
  • Productivity management in nursing
  • Clinical risk management
  • Healthcare industry
  • Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
  • Financial management
  • Nursing functional knowledge
  • Relevant nursing legislation
  • Knowledge and experience in auditing and accreditation processes
  • Patient complaint management
  • Human resource processes including employee relations

Skills

Patient CareRisk Management