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Bring your skills as a Registered Nurse to Umhlanga and join a team that moves fast. This KwaZulu-Natal role is one to watch.
About This Position
This Registered Nurse role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Umhlanga. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the health jobs pipeline across KwaZulu-Natal.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the health jobs team in KwaZulu-Natal make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Umhlanga also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
About the Team
In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Umhlanga office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.
Beyond that, the team mix in Umhlanga reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Growing With Us
Importantly, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the health jobs team in Umhlanga have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Umhlanga have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Umhlanga team member.
Key Responsibilities
- Support infection prevention and control protocols across the unit
- Assist with admissions, discharges and patient transfers
- Monitor vital signs and escalate clinical concerns to the attending clinician
- Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care
Who We’re Looking For
- Sound clinical judgement and ability to work calmly under pressure
- BLS, ACLS or PALS certification where applicable to the role
- Commitment to ongoing CPD and clinical learning
- Current registration with SANC or relevant professional body
- Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.