• Reference Number : refs/050439
  • Directorate : NURSING
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 720 819 per annum plus benefits
  • Enquiries : Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Nkuna (011) 411-3677/3516

Requirements :

  • Diploma/Degree in Nursing as a Professional/Registered Nurse accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice 425 or equivalent Post basic qualification with the duration of at least 1 year Diploma in Paediatric/ Child/ Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science in accordance with R212. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the one year post basic qualification Paediatric/ Child/ Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science. Diploma/Degree in Health Service Management will be an added advantage and computer literacy mandatory. Knowledge of Health, Nursing and Public Service Legislation is recommended. Strong leadership, good communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary.

Duties :

  • Provide effective overall supervision and leadership for staff in the area in line with all relevant legislation and prescripts. Co-ordination of optimal, holistically specialised nursing care provided within set standards and a professional/legal framework. Effectively manage the utilisation and supervision of resources. Effective monitoring and management of absenteeism-Coordination of the provision of effective training and research. Secure and allocate resources and budget to achieve workplace objectives. Provision of effective support to Nursing Services. Maintaining professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Initiate programmes that will ensure quality nursing care in the specialised area. Ensure implementation and promotion of Quality Assurance programmes (complaints and patient safety management), Infection Prevention and Control and Health and Safety principles. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the National Core Standards & Ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance Framework. Responsible for the implementation of disciplinary measures Participate in after hours and night supervision shifts as delegated. Implement relevant recommendations and priorities of the National Strategic Plan for Nurse education, training and Practice. Participate in realisation of the Hospital Operational Plan. Assist in ensuring that monthly, quarterly, annual performance reports and operational plans are available Monitor performance using Management and Development System. Participate in after hours, night supervision, shifts and weekends as delegated and implement relevant recommendations

Notes :

  • Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Leratong Hospital

Closing Date : 31-07-2026



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.