Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Matron / Staff Nurse with dual qualifications (RN/RM) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in nursing, with a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you will provide leadership and clinical expertise, promoting health and well-being within a collaborative, patient-centered environment. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care in accordance with established standards and practices, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead and manage nursing teams to ensure the delivery of comprehensive patient care that aligns with organizational standards and best practices.
- Direct Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient health conditions.
- Care Plan Development: Collaborate with doctors and healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to patients' specific needs.
- Staff Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior nursing staff, offering guidance and professional development support.
- Medication & Treatment Administration: Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies, ensuring adherence to protocols and correct procedures.
- Patient-Centered Care: Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care, addressing both physical and emotional needs of patients.
- Patient Monitoring: Monitor patient progress, documenting any changes in condition, and taking appropriate action as required.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards in all nursing activities.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits of nursing practices, recommending improvements to enhance patient care and safety.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient care and contribute to the development of treatment plans.
- Education & Counseling: Educate patients and their families on health management, preventive care, and lifestyle modifications.
- Effective Communication: Ensure open and effective communication between nursing staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with the latest advancements in nursing practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
- Registered Midwife (RM) – Diploma or Degree in Midwifery.
- Both qualifications (RN/RM) are mandatory.
- Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing, with significant clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and support nursing teams effectively.
- In-depth knowledge of nursing practices, patient care protocols, and healthcare regulations.
- Ability to manage complex patient cases and make informed, sound clinical decisions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to create a compassionate, supportive environment for patients, families, and staff.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care.
- Professional appearance, strong work ethic, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary: A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive healthcare coverage for you and your dependents.
- Professional Development: Access to ongoing professional development opportunities and training.
- Paid Time Off: Generous annual leave and public holiday entitlements.
- Retirement Benefits: Contributory pension scheme to support your future.
- Work-Life Balance: Support for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access to support services for personal and professional challenges.