Caregiver

A Caregiver position is being filled in Douglas. Suitable candidates from across Northern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.

Overview

The Caregiver position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Northern Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Douglas and across the health jobs space.

Practically speaking, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Douglas operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the health jobs group in Douglas.

About Douglas

In addition, the role is based in Douglas, close to the Sishen mining hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Douglas and the broader Northern Cape region.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Douglas, Northern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Douglas cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.

Your Workplace

Notably, the environment is clinical, regulated and patient-centred. Shift work, infection control protocols and clear scope-of-practice boundaries are part of every working day.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Douglas site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Why This Role

You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Douglas colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the health jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Core Functions

• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with scope of practice
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with SANC and POPIA
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and code calls
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment
• Operate and care for clinical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning
• Mentor student nurses and junior staff during their rotations
• Monitor vital signs and escalate clinical concerns to the attending clinician

Who We’re Looking For

• Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
• Strong infection prevention and control awareness
• Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
• Proven clinical experience appropriate to the level advertised
• BLS, ACLS or PALS certification where applicable to the role
• Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
• Strong patient-centred communication and interpersonal skills

Importantly, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.