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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: Maternity)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: OD26/2025
  Hermanus Hospital, Overstrand Sub-district, Overberg District
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Basic computer literacy (MS Office). Ability to function independantly , as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care. Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal). Sound scientific knowledge of Midwifery and neonatology.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
 
Note:
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 a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Overberg District for a period of 3 months from date of advert
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing and at least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Advanced Midwifery after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the specialty.
 
Enquiries:
Ms CPE Spandeel, tel. no. (028) 313- 1166
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide holistic specialized maternal care to patients and health care education to patients and families. Provide direction, guidance and supervision to subordinates. Ensure implementation of quality improvement plan. Maintain constructive and supporting working relationship with nursing services and other stakeholders. Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends. Relieve duties. Valid (Code B/EB, C1) driver’s license.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 476 637 - R 559 548 per annum, Grade 2: R 583 989 - R 723 954 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
4/25/2025 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: 5/13/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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