Unit Manager-Neonatal (NICU) Soweto

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Clinix Health Group (Pty) Ltd is actively recruiting for a Unit Manager-Neonatal (NICU) position in Soweto. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare• Location Preference: in Soweto

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Healthcare professionals including Unit Manager-Neonatal (NICU) are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Unit Manager-Neonatal (NICU) position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Neonatal Unit Manager (NICU)

Employer: Clinix Health Group (Pty) Ltd

Salary: Market Related

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Medical

Reference: 206925

Job Title: Neonatal Unit Manager

Location: Clinix Tshepo-Themba Private Hospital (Dobsonville, Soweto)

Reports to: Nursing Services Manager

Job Summary: To strategize, supervise, manage, and oversee the comprehensive operations and processes of the unit, ensuring top-quality patient care and seamless unit functionality. This role includes managing ward clerks, RNs, ENs, and ENAs, overseeing their roles and responsibilities, mentoring, coaching, and developing nursing staff, and managing the unit budget with a focus on cost savings and stakeholder engagement.

Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor of Curative in General Nursing - Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification - BLS - Clinical Nursing Science - Neonatal Nursing Science - Nursing Administration

Minimum Experience: - 3+ years’ experience at a managerial or supervisory level - Experience in Neonatal Nursing/care - Experience within a private hospital environment (advantageous)

Key Competencies: - Planning and Organizing: Plan and organize multiple work outputs by assigning tasks and prioritizing, continuously reviewing objectives and goals in line with the unit standards. - Management: Manage the provision of round-the-clock care to premature and severely ill newborns. - Oversight: Oversee the performance of essential medical procedures such as inserting intravenous lines, conducting tests, and administering medications. - Leadership: Manage ward clerks, RNs, ENs, and ENAs within the area of accountability and drive service optimization. - Customer Relations: Report, analyze, and manage customer relations in the unit, including feedback on patient experience and satisfaction, and implement improvement opportunities. - Advocacy: Advocate for and encourage the provision of emotional support to parents and family members of infants in the Neonatal ward. - Training: Conduct on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to direct reports to ensure team development and improvement of overall service delivery. - Documentation: Oversee the detailed recording of medical consumables to ensure accurate billing. - Coordination: Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to review, discuss, and coordinate the best approach to overall patient care.