Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Matron at Maseru Private Hospital:
Job Summary:
The Matron is responsible for the promotion and restoration of the health of patients by developing day-to-day management and long-term planning of the patient care; directing and developing staff ; collaborating with
physicians and multidisciplinary professional staff ; providing physical and psychological support for the patients, families and friends.
Key Roles/Responsibilities:
Ensures that the nursing staff upholds and complies with the healthcare and general policies, regulations, procedures and standards;
Assures and provides quality healthcare to the patients and all concerned;
Protects patients, relatives, visitors, employee and community at large against nosocomial infections;
Maintains safe and clean working environment essential for a healthcare facility;
Ensures availability, operation and maintenance of essential medical equipment;
Achieves financial and general objectives essential for a commercial private hospital.
Job Specifications:
Education:
A graduate from a recognised nursing institution with diploma in midwifery and a degree in general nursing or equivalent. A postgraduate qualification in either health or management studies would be an added advantage. Registration with the Lesotho Nursing Council is mandatory
Experience:
-A minimum of five years working experience in a hospital, three of which must have been in senior management positions.
Job Knowledge:
• Must understand the patient care processes, be familiar with emergency procedures, pharmacology and safety;
• Must possess skills in nursing care, effective communication, problem solving, information and communication technology;
• Must possess and have ability to apply the requisite managerial skills, and be familiar with the planning and budgeting processes.
Remuneration:
Competitive and negotiable on the basis of individual qualifications and experience, with medical aid, contributory pension and associated benefits.
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae and certified academic and/or professional certificates must either be mailed or delivered to:
The Hospital Manager
Maseru Private Hospital
Thetsane West
P/Bag A58
Maseru 100
The closing date is Friday 12th March, 2021 before 16:00 hours.