Unit Manager - Theatre

Pretoria - Our client is in search of a Unit Manager - Theatre to lead good patient experience that meets the Hospital’s clinical standards through management of human and clinical resources in a structured Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify, investigate, report and address near-misses and adverse events.
Cost-effective management of stock and equipment in the Unit
Build and maintain relationship with the surgeons and reps to facilitate the achievement of the Unit goals
Ensure a positive patient experience by recruiting, developing and retaining competent staff whose behaviour reflects the Company values
Ensure optimal utilization of human resources
Staff management – onboarding, reboarding, performance management and discipline
Ensures compliance with the Company policies and procedures
Ensures a therapeutic and safe patient environment by maintaining Health and Safety standards in the Unit
Support the Human Resources Department in the achievement of people management outcomes
Responsible for own and team work outputs and departmental objectives
Make decisions based on sound judgements taking into consideration the Unit and Hospital goals, resources, constraints and potential risks.
Identify and manages all risks in the Unit
Compile and manage operational, staffing and capital budget
Requirements:

Must be registered with the South African Council as a Professional Nurse.
A qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science
At least 3 years’ experience as a Unit Manager in Theatre
Sound knowledge and application of relevant Theatre and CSSD policies and procedures
Management of surgical equipment and instruments
Sound knowledge of the Scientific Nursing Processes and BCA Bundles
Good planning and organising skills
Good interpersonal, communication, leadership and management skills
Ability to adapt and respond to change
Must be self-disciplined and a role model to subordinates in the Unit and throughout the Hospital
Must be prepared to work Hospital calls and long hours when the need arises
Ability to display sound judgment in problem-solving