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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 Nursing: Obstetrics) (2 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS317/2025
  Khayelitsha District Hospital, Khayelitsha Eastern Sub-structure
 
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 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
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practises. Perform a specialised clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards. Able to plan and organise own work and that of support personnel to ensure holistic quality nursing care. Display leadership skills as Specialist midwife, promoting teamwork, responsibility and accountability.
 
Experience:
Grade1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse 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.
 
Enquiries:
Ms J Ntshabele Tel. (021) 360 4336
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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 post basic qualification with the SANC (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Professional Nurse General posts within the Chief Director: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide specialised nursing care within a professional legal framework and according to relevant set standards. Manage material and human resources in a cost-effective way. Accept responsibility as team leader and promote service excellence in the unit. Keep abreast of developments in the Nursing and Midwifery profession. Relevant education and demonstration to health care users as well as training and development of health care providers in the unit. Effective communication with other stakeholders interdepartmental and at different service levels.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife and proof of current registration.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work after hours. Willingness to work shifts, public holidays and weekends.
 
 
 
 
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:
6/13/2025 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: 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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