• Reference Number : refs/042638
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 15

• Package : R 220 614,00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Mr M Mayekiso - Tel No: (011) 489 0897 / 8

Requirements :

• Qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Nurse and proof of current registration. A minimum of 1 year appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as an Enrolled Nurse. Compulsory shift work and flexibility. Competencies: Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, supervisors and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Must be able to work under pressure.

Duties :

• Able to perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the health facility. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure good nursing care. Ensure safe and effective clinical nursing practice. Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating for proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations. Maintain ethical standards and patient advocacy. Ensure that the Nursing standards are upheld and maintained and that a safe and therapeutic environment is always maintained. Ability to perform activities of daily living and monitoring of patient outcomes. Ability to administer medication and observe for side effects. Ability to use medical equipment effectively and assist with minor procedures. Demonstrate basic understanding of nursing procedures. Implement Infection Control and Waste management principles. Ensure that the Ideal Hospital Realization Framework is adhered to. Able to provide health education to the client and family members. Able to work collaboratively with RNS, other health professionals and patients’ families to provide holistic care and contribute to care plans.

Notes :

• Application should be submitted strictly online (on a PDF Format only). Only online applications will be considered. Please use the reference as the subject. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 25-03-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.