• Reference Number : refs/055887
• Directorate : Nursing Department
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R720 819.00 per annum (Plus Benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr M Mayekiso - Tel No: (011) 489 0897 / 8

Requirements :

• A Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (R.425) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, plus a post basic qualification with the duration of at least 1 year in intensive care nursing science. A minimum of 9 years appropriate recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council, in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate in recognizable experience after obtaining a one year post basic qualification in intensive care nursing science. Degree/Diploma in Nursing Administration/Nursing Service Management registered with South African Nursing Council. Competencies: Strong leadership skills, good communication skills, supervisory skills, problem solving skills, and report writing and presentation skills are necessary. The ability to work in a team and under pressure.

Duties :

• Coordination of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care provided within set standards and a professional /legal framework. Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of Human, Financial and material resources. Coordination of the provision of effective training and research. Provision of effective support to Nursing Services. Maintain Professional growth, ethical standards and self-development. Ensure effective communication with the multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge and implementation of DOH policies, Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols. Ensure Nursing norms and standards are upheld. Accurate collation and consolidation of statistics to ensure evidence -based nursing practice. Manage and resolve Patient Safety incidents and complaints timeously. Must have knowledge of Ideal Hospital Realisation Framework. Must be prepared to work night duty and act as an Assistant Manager when the need arises. Must have knowledge of PFMA and other Public Sector Regulations and Legislative Framework.

Notes :

• APPLICATIONS : Application should be submitted strictly online (on a PDF Format only). Only online applications will be considered. Please use the reference as the subject. NOTE : 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 : 02-08-2026

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.