Nurse Private Residence

Recruiter: Greys Personnel

Job : PE001551/JL

Date posted: Monday, March 9, 2026

Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Nurse Private Residence

Wellington

Cape Winelands

Position: Private Nurse / Elderly Care Nurse

Location: Private residence

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent

A family is seeking a compassionate and experienced Professional Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to provide dedicated care for an elderly couple in a private home environment. The successful candidate will work alongside existing carers but will take responsibility for professional nursing tasks, medication supervision, and overall health monitoring.

This role requires someone patient, attentive, and caring who is comfortable working in a home‑care setting and supporting the wellbeing of elderly patients.

• Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
• Weekends:
  On standby when assistance is required (this does not occur frequently but availability is important)
• Hours may occasionally be adjusted slightly depending on the needs of the household.

• Provide professional nursing care for an elderly couple
• Manage and monitor a catheter, including:
  • Handling catheter care
  • Changing when necessary
  • Assisting if blockage occurs
• Medication management, including checking and administering medication as prescribed
• Monitor and report on general health and wellbeing
• Work alongside carers to ensure the patients receive proper support
• Provide general nursing oversight and guidance where necessary
• Occasionally accompany patient to town
• Ensure patients are comfortable, safe, and well cared for at all times

• Qualified Nurse (Registered or Enrolled)
• Experience caring for elderly patients
• Strong catheter management experience is essential
• Good understanding of medication monitoring
• Friendly, patient, and compassionate personality
• Willing to work in a private home environment
• Own reliable transport required
• Physically and emotionally suited to elderly care

• Kind and patient nature
• Reliable and responsible
• Good communication skills
• Professional but warm approach to care
• Willing to assist the family where needed

The family is looking for someone who will become a trusted and supportive presence in the household, ensuring the health, comfort, and dignity of the patients at all times.