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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: Neonatal ICU)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GSH95/2025
  Groote Schuur Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
A post-basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatology Nursing. Basic R425(Degree/Diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Ability to lift and turn patients, stand for long hours. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and use of Internet. Problem solving, report writing, liaison and facilitation skills. Sound knowledge and understanding of nursing and health service related acts, legislation, policies and practices.
 
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 on health professionals 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). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within Groote Schuur Hospital 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 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 the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatology Nursing.
 
Enquiries:
Ms G Williams tel. no. (021) 404 4257
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide an optimal, holistic, specialised Nursing Care within set standards and within a professional, legal framework as a Professional Nurse in Maternal and Neonatal units. Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders. Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in research and training and development of community, staff and students to achieve optimal health care of maternal and neonatal patients. Deliver an effective outreach service. Assist with administrative duties, e.g. data collation and reporting.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Work shifts and after-hours include weekends, public holidays and night duty. Willingness to rotate to other departments in the maternity unit.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 476,367 per annum, Grade 2: R 583,989 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
5/16/2025 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: 5/30/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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