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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.
 
Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General) (Mixed Ward)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS315/2025
  Helderberg Hospital, Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub-structure,
 
Experience:
A minimum of 7 years’ appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional nurse with the SANC in General nursing.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Ability and willingness to assist with after-hours hospital cover including weekends, public holidays and night duty relief and overtime should the need arise.
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Ability to work under pressure and in a multi - disciplinary team context. Skilled nursing clinician able to lead and manage the nursing unit with conflict management, problem solving and decision-making skills; and the ability to facilitate training. Knowledge and insight into legislation and policies, relevant to current nursing practice within the Public Service. Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Power Point).
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Enquiries:
Mrs. T Khumalo Tel: 021 850 4752
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for other similar posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide leadership, supervision and direction for the provision of adequate and efficient comprehensive holistic nursing care. Develop and implement practice standards, protocols and indicators for quality improvement. Evaluate nursing service practices and clinical outcomes. Resource planning and management (human, health technology, financial and physical). Information management and utilization of information technology. Data collection analysis and interpretation. Facilitate effective unit management to achieve client’s healthcare needs and service delivery targets as per Department, institution and unit. Conduct health education and promotion. Promote and maintain constructive working relationships with all stakeholders.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 549 192 - R 629 121 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
6/20/2025 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: 7/4/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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