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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Mental Health) (2 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS153/2022
  Ravensmead CDC (1 post), Bothasig CDC
 
Note:
“Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualifications will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualifications within a predetermined period of time. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application/on appointment. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post–basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least one year, accredited with the SANC in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (MS Word). Knowledge of the Mental Health Care Act, Child Care Act, Nursing Act and other relevant legislation. Knowledge and experience of Community Mental Health at PHC level.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Psychiatry after obtaining the one year post-basic qualification as mentioned above.
 
Enquiries:
Ms I Van Heerden, tel. no. (021) 400-4166
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Render and effective and comprehensive nursing treatment and care to patients. Provide continuous and comprehensive nursing care, manage financial and administration duties, and manage human resources. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality nursing care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial, or religious differences. Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the health facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the health facility.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 388 974 (PN-B1) -R 450 939 per annum, Grade 2: R 478 404 (PN-B2)- R 588 390 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
6/17/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 7/8/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
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