• Reference Number : refs/042633
• Directorate : Nursing Psychiatry
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 324 384,00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Mr M Mayekiso - Tel No: (011) 489 0897 / 6

Requirements :

• A Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and proof of current registration. 1 year experience working in Psychiatry unit will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Ensure that a therapeutic environment is provided for the patients, staff and public. Provide comprehensive, quality nursing care as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, according to identified needs of the patients. These activities include the following: Holistic and comprehensive assessment of voluntary admission assisted care, emergency mental health care admission, 72 hours assessment of involuntary mental health care users, as well as further care treatment and rehabilitation of mental health care users in an acute psychiatric unit according to the Mental Health Care Act of 2002. Identify patients needs and formulates, implement and evaluate nursing care interventions that are patient specific. Identification of risk and implementation of preventive measures timeously, e.g. sedated, suicidal, violent and aggressive patients. Formulate and participate in ward individual and group activities following a structured ward programme in consultation with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure that psychotropic medication and other treatment are ordered, administered and controlled according to the Medicine and Related Substance Act. Monitor the compliance, effectiveness and side effects of medication and advocate for patients in cases of ineffective treatment. Delegate and supervise ward activities. Ensure the continuity of patient care is maintained through nursing care rounds and hand over. Ensure adequate record keeping is maintained. Provide support, counselling and crisis interventions when needed. Manage the department efficiently and cost effectively. Manage PMDS of subordinates. Management of complaints.

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.