Unit Manager - Surgical
Melomed Private Hospitals SA
2026/09/03
Northern Suburbs (Cape)
• Management of staff
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures at all times
• HR management of 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, including stock control
• Conduct regular inspections
• Maintain infection control strategies and procedures of the hospital
• Maintain health and safety principles
• Maintain and apply the required discipline
• Evaluation, intervention and resolution of patient complaints and queries
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports
• Manage ad hoc projects as and when required
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
• A minimum 5 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse
• A post graduate qualification will be advantageous
• Experience in a shift leader / acting position will be advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and administrative skills
• Excellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skills
• 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