Job Ref #: MG-RN-Scrub-000111
Industry: Pharmaceutical And Medical/Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
A Registered Nurse (RN) in Theatre Scrub serves as the sterile assistant in the operating room. They manage the sterile field, provide surgeons with exact instruments, and ensure maximum safety by tracking all surgical tools
Job Description
- Clinical competence in accordance with relevant Scope of Practise
- Ability to function as an effective member of the nursing team
- High energy levels and tolerance for stress
- Well-developed interpersonal and organisational skills
- The ability to function effectively under pressure
- Liaison between parents, doctors and personnel
- Responsible for accurate record keeping
- Effective stock and equipment control
- Strong quality patient care orientation
- BLS competent
- Supervise and orientate junior staff members and students
- Competently administering Intravenous and Intramuscular medication
- High energy levels and tolerance for stress/pressure
- Problem analysis/solving skills and accurate record keeping
- Ad hoc duties
- Adhere to hospital policies, protocols and best practices
Job Requirements
- Current Registration with SANC as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an Operating Theatre
- A qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science will be an advantage
- Theatre Scrubbing skill is essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders, build relationships with Doctors and work in all disciplines
- Must be flexible to work overtime, do standby duty and do call
- Professional indemnity