Enrolled Nurse

About the Role

We are looking for a professional and dedicated Enrolled Nurse to provide quality nursing care to our residents within the requirements of the person-centred care model and applicable legislation. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, the successful candidate will play a key role in medication management, physical assessment, safety, and the overall well-being of residents in our care.

Key Responsibilities

Medication Management

Receive, check, and administer medication in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring the correct resident, route, dosage, and timing always.

Maintain and update the Medication Administration Sheet (MAS), blister packs, and Medication Control Sheets accurately.

In conjunction with a Registered Nurse, record and countersign Schedules 6 and 7 drug registers weekly and update the physical drug count.

Retain possession of all drug cupboard keys whilst on duty and ensure storage and disposal of all substances complies with statutory requirements.

Ensure room and fridge temperatures for medication are checked and recorded twice daily.

Clinical Care

Conduct physical assessments of new residents within one week of admission and re-assess residents as scheduled by the Care Manager.

Evaluate frail care and home care residents daily for the first seven days of residence and update progress notes accordingly.

Ensure that emergency equipment and supplies are checked weekly.

Safety & Environment

Maintain a safe environment for all residents, reporting hazards, wearing correct protective clothing, and complying with restraint, sharps, and medical waste disposal policies.

Immediately report any bruising, injuries, or suspected abuse of residents to the Care Manager.

Communication & Administration

Attend Care Plan Meetings, shift handover meetings, and staff meetings, contributing actively to care decisions.

Review and action incident reports daily; investigate any incidents impacting resident care and submit written reports to the Care Manager within 24 hours.

Advise the Care Manager of identified needs, trends, or communicable disease concerns on an immediate basis.

Maintain all consumable records, stock management, and ensure SANC registration is always current.

What We Are Looking For

Enrolled Nurse qualification with current and valid SANC registration.

Sound knowledge of medication management, legal scheduling requirements, and clinical nursing procedures.

Excellent observational and assessment skills with a person-centred approach.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to complete accurate clinical documentation on IHFM.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and a proactive approach to quality of care.

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

Pay: R18 500,00 - R20 500,00 per month

Work Location: In person