_{07th May, 2026}

As the leading medical recruitment agency in South Africa, our client has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse Theatre Cardiothoracic to be based in Centurion.
 
The client
Our client is a leading private healthcare provider committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care through clinical excellence and innovation. The organisation operates modern hospital facilities supported by multidisciplinary teams and advanced healthcare technologies.
 
The opportunity
The Registered Nurse Theatre Cardiothoracic will be responsible for delivering specialised nursing care within the theatre environment, with a focus on cardiothoracic procedures. This role requires a highly skilled and experienced professional who can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while ensuring optimal patient outcomes and adherence to clinical standards.
 
Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care within the theatre environment
• Act as a clinical resource to support staff in delivering high-quality patient care
• Participate in multidisciplinary team activities to develop and implement patient care plans
• Assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures as a scrub nurse
• Ensure effective communication with patients, families and healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Respond to emergency situations and provide appropriate interventions
• Participate in ward rounds and contribute to patient care planning
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe, clean and compliant environment for patients and staff
• Support education, training and mentoring of nursing staff and students
• Contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives
• Assist with staff allocation based on patient acuity and clinical needs

Requirements:

• Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council
• Minimum of 5 years' private hospital experience in theatre as a cardiothoracic scrub nurse
• Strong knowledge of specialised nursing theory and practice
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing conditions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to participate in on-call duties
• Sound understanding of modern nursing care principles and practices

Benefits

• Market-related remuneration
• Opportunity to work within a leading private healthcare environment
• Exposure to specialised cardiothoracic procedures
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team
• Professional development opportunities

Location: Centurion
 
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Please be advised that you will be contacted by Medipath Healthcare Recruitment within 14 days should we wish to proceed with your application.  Similarly, if you are not contacted by Medipath Healthcare Recruitment, please accept your application as unsuccessful.  Your CV will automatically be added to our database and we could be contacting you should a suitable position arise.

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