Registered Nurse/Independent Clinical Technologist

Registered Nurse/Independent Clinical Technologist 12 Oct 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Permanent GP000187 About Us National Renal Care is a leading provider of comprehensive kidney disease management in South Africa. We foster a collaborative work environment where compassion, digital innovation and clinical excellence come together to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are seeking a qualified, goal-driven and self-motivated Acute Dialysis Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. Purpose of the Role The Acute Dialysis Practitioner delivers safe, high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred acute dialysis care to patients within hospitals in accordance with professional, ethical and regulatory standards. The practitioner provides renal replacement therapy in critical care units, high care units, and general wards, working collaboratively with nephrologists, physicians, nursing teams, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. The role requires, adaptability and effective care coordination across multiple hospital environments. The Acute Dialysis Practitioner ensures the safe operation of dialysis equipment, maintains clinical governance and infection prevention standards, and contributes to quality improvement, patient safety and positive clinical outcomes throughout the patient's acute episode of care. Minimum RequirementsQualifications • Diploma or Degree leading to registration as a Registered Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) or Clinical Technologist (Independent Practice) registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). • Post Basic Diploma in Nephrology Nursing would be advantageous. Experience • Acute dialysis experience is preferred • ICU or Critical Care experience would be advantageous • Experience performing CRRT and SLED would be advantageous • Experience working within multidisciplinary hospital teams. • Experience in emergency and after-hours clinical environments. • Experience independently managing dialysis equipment outside a dialysis unit is preferred. Knowledge • National Health Act • POPIA • Health and Safety legislation • SANC/HPCSA ethical rules and scope of practice What We Offer • Opportunity to work within a patient-centred, multidisciplinary environment. • Exposure to innovative renal care practices. • Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities. • A culture built on compassion, collaboration and clinical excellence. Working Conditions • The role is mobile and requires frequent travel between hospitals within an allocated geographical region. • Work is performed in a variety of hospital settings including Intensive Care Units, High Care Units, and general wards. • The position requires flexibility to respond to urgent and unplanned patient treatment requirements. • Participation in after-hours, weekend, public holiday and on-call rosters will be required in accordance with operational requirements. • Regular handling and setup of dialysis equipment and consumables are essential requirements of the role. • The practitioner works in high-acuity clinical environments requiring sound clinical judgement, adaptability and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Equal Opportunity Employer National Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and fair labour practices. The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and numerical targets will be considered during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Employment Equity Act and the Group's Employment Equity Strategy. Applications from suitably qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged. Reasonable accommodation will be considered throughout the recruitment and employment process where reasonably practicable. Important Information • Appropriate pre-employment screening, including reference checks, may be conducted with current and previous employers. For internal applicants, reference checks may be conducted with current and previous line managers. • Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation are encouraged to notify the Company during the recruitment process. • By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA and applicable legislation. • Unsuccessful applicants' personal information will be retained for six (6) months following the conclusion of the recruitment process, after which it will be securely destroyed or anonymised unless otherwise required by law or requested by the applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr