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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: Critical Care: Trauma and Emergency)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS345/2023
  Wesfleur Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Requirements 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 Professional Nurse. Post-basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: General.
 
Competencies (Knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy skills.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Good verbal and written communication skills in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape. Required to work shifts and after hours (weekend, public holidays, and night duty).
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing and a minimum of one year experience after obtaining the additional qualification and registration with SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: General. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognizable 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/recognizable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above.
 
Enquiries:
Ms LA Abrahams tel. no. (021) 816-500/ Email: Lee-Anne.Abrahams@westerncape.gov.za
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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. “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 on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post-basic qualification: Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: General.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provide optimal, holistic specialized nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework. Assist with management of people management services within the Department and compliance to professional, legal, and ethical regulations governing nursing practice. Effective utilization of financial and physical resources within the department. Ensure the promotion of Quality Assurance, Infection Control and Prevention and Occupational Health and Safety within the Department including efficient and accurate documentation, statistical data collection, capturing, and participation in research activities as well as liaise, advise and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of quality client care. Deliver a support service to the Operational Manager, act as shift leader and ensure effective coordination of the Nursing Division after hours whilst maintaining professional growth and ethical standards and self-development.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of registration.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 431 265 (PN-B1) -R 497 193 per annum, Grade 2: R 528 696 (PN-B2)- R 645 720 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/22/2023 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: 10/13/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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