Zone Matron – Specialty Units (General Nursing)
RPO Recruitment
Kempton Park, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 24 February 2026 - Closing Date 24 May 2026

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Job Description

A reputable private hospital in Kempton Park is seeking an experienced Zone Matron – Specialty Units (General Nursing) to join their leadership team. The successful candidate will be a senior nursing leader responsible for overseeing nursing services within a designated zone, ensuring clinical excellence, patient safety, and high standards of care. This role requires strong leadership capability, operational oversight, and the ability to drive quality improvement initiatives within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:
 • Provide strong leadership to nursing staff within the designated zone, promoting teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
 • Oversee recruitment, training, development, and performance management of nursing staff.
 • Ensure patient care is delivered in accordance with established clinical guidelines, standards, and best practices.
 • Monitor and evaluate patient care outcomes, implementing corrective actions to improve quality and safety.
 • Manage nursing resources, staffing levels, budgets, and equipment effectively.
 • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
 • Conduct audits and promote clinical governance, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives.
 • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and enhance service delivery.
 • Address patient and family concerns promptly, ensuring a patient-centered care approach.
 • Contribute to policy development, strategic planning, and hospital management initiatives.
 • Lead emergency preparedness and manage critical incidents within the designated zone.

Requirements:
 • Diploma in General Nursing Science.
 • Education Qualification in Nursing.
 • Diploma in Medical and Surgical (Critical Care) Nursing Science.
 • Post Graduate Diploma.
 • ACLS certification (advantageous).
 • Current SANC registration and proof of indemnity cover.
 • Minimum 5–7 years of nursing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
 • Experience in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety measures.
 • Strong leadership, organisational skills, and ability to work under pressure.
 • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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