• Reference Number : refs/023847
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 028 091.00 Inclusive package
• Enquiries : Mrs Phumzile Mathibela Tel. No: (012) 451 9265

Requirements :

• A basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma/ Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Qualification in Health Service Management. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate experience at Assistant Manager level or above. Computer literacy and Driver’s licence. Applicants must be able to work under pressure. Understanding the application of the relevant statutes and policies governing Public Service, nursing profession and corporate governance. In-depth knowledge and understanding of the implementation of the National Strategic Plan for Nurse Education, Training and Practice 2020/2021 – 2025/2026. Knowledge and skills: have strong leadership skills, good verbal and written communication skills, sound interpersonal skills, project management skills, financial and human resources management skills. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and problem-solving skills. Understanding of Performance Management and Development System. Understanding of Strategic Planning. Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Understanding the Application of Batho Pele Principles, Patient’s Rights Charter, and Quality Assurance system. Understanding of managing workplace discipline, well developed communication, presentation, negotiations, and research skills. Understanding of hospital indicators.

Duties :

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of Nursing strategic plan, Strategic goals, and objectives of the department. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through the proper management of nursing care programs. Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethics and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, procedures, and standards pertaining to nursing care. Manage the human resources efficiently and effectively to attain the departmental goals and objectives Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage nursing information for the enhancement of service delivery. Establish, maintain, and participate in inter-professional and multidisciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation: (Human. Financial, Physical and Material resources). Provide full-time technical and management support to the CEO and institution. Implement Batho Pele Principles, Patient’s Rights Charter, and Quality Assurance programme. Coordinate nursing related research and development. Support management in enhancing the image of the nursing department and improve the skills and competencies of the nurses. Enhance and manage the performance management and development of nurses Involvement in the hospital’s quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Management of nursing projects and participation in hospital projects aimed at enhancing service delivery. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation or health care indicators for improved outcomes.

Notes :

• 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 . NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Bronkhorstspruit Hospital

Closing Date : 24-10-2025

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.