Snr Nursing Services Manager

You will be responsible for but not limited to:
Implementing and overseeing all clinical and nursing processes and care of the healthcare facility with the assistance of RN Shift Leaders who manage the shifts
Liaising with the Multidisciplinary Team, medical professionals and families of residents
You will play a pivotal role in the marketing of the facility to ensure full occupancy at all times
Manage Shift Leaders directly and all other staff indirectly
Ensure full staffing on each shift with specific emphasis on the proper deployment of all staff members.
Oversee and monitor agency and privately employed care and nursing staff - ensure all procedure are followed take action when needed
Liaise with HR regarding disciplinary matters and issue warnings when needed
Have regular (weekly) staff meetings to discuss issues at hand and allow for feedback from all
Identify training needs and oversee the implementation of training programs to new and existing staff as per specific training plan
Ensure all training competencies have been completed and ensure all newly appointed staff completes the competency tests
Oversee the entire admission and discharge process which is managed by the Shift leader and allocation of beds according to availability, diagnosis
Interview prospective residents and their families, obtain all relevant medical reports as per company procedure and provide counselling where required
Oversee that all documentation for admission, progress and discharges in sub-acute facility (applicable only in facilities where a sub-acute license is in place)
Develop a professional clinical and caring relationship with all residents receiving care
Strive to achieve optimal level of care for all residents, and ensure staff adhere to scope of practice and best practice regulations
Review care plans with Shift Leader when necessary
Manage emergency care response procedures
Refer any residents requiring additional care to the appropriate hospital or other facility or medical practitioner involved.
Supervise implementation of infection control procedures during any outbreak or suspected infection occurring
Prepare reports and submissions in line with responsibilities such as the weekly report to Management
Oversee and manage care plans and nursing records on the system
Monitor and approve all requisitions via the Healthcare Administrator
**Qualifications**:
Matric or equivalent
B.Cur / Diploma in Nursing
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse (SANC)
8 -10 years of experience in nursing
Nursing background and experience in geriatrics management a must
Experience in a similar leadership position
Recent hospital experience
Excellent communication skills, verbally and written
Strong administration skills
**Job Types**:
Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**:
R50,000.00 - R70,000.00 per month