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NetcareClinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Neonatal ICU
LocationWaterfall City Hospital
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 7, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Registered as a Professional Nurse with midwifery by the South African Nursing Council
A post basic qualification in advanced midwifery and neonatology required
Thorough knowledge of general / specialized nursing theory and practice
Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly specialised field
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About the role
ROLE SUMMARY
The Clinical Nurse Specialist focuses on the delivery of quality competent nursing care. The incumbent acts as a clinical resource and leader in a particular clinical specialty, performing functions at an advanced level competently and consistently.
Sound and contemporary knowledge of the area of specialty, together with an advanced understanding of professional nursing, health care delivery and programme planning, allows the CNS to fulfil the following primary roles:
1.
Advanced clinical care
2.
Consultation as a source of expert knowledge
3.
Clinical teaching of staff and learners
4.
Research
5.
Leadership
KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
CONSISTENCY OF CARE
Patient care
• Acts as shift leader for the post that shift that he / she is responsible for
• Responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of competent nursing care during the shift for which the CNS is responsible
• Supports and supervises less experienced staff, acts as a preceptor for new staff, and assists in the clinical teaching of learners
• Provide leadership in the clinical situation, and acts as an influential role model for best competent professional practice
Research activities
• Contribute to the ongoing research, development and review of best practice in the specialty
EDUCATION
Essential
• Registered as a Professional Nurse with midwifery by the South African Nursing Council
• A post basic qualification in advanced midwifery and neonatology required
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
• Thorough knowledge of general / specialized nursing theory and practice
• Extensive knowledge of modern nursing care principles and practices in the highly specialised field
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Professional flexibility in working hours, including night duty and weekend shifts.
• Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means.
Join the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care.