• Reference Number : refs/019942
• Directorate : Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD'S) & Geriatrics
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R497 193 - R559 686 p.a Grade 2: R575 898 - R645 720 p.a (Plus benefits). (NB: Salary will be determined in line with OSD policy)
• Enquiries : Ms. Lydia Matolo (011) 953 4515/5400

Requirements :

• Basic R425 qualifications (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional Nurse. A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Proof of current registration with SANC. 5 years’ experience working in PHC facilities must have knowledge of Adult Primary Care guideline Computer literacy, Microsoft word, PowerPoint and presentation skills. Good communication, sound interpersonal skill, problem solving and decision making. Good interpersonal, leadership and conflict management skills. Must have a valid Driver’s license.

Duties :

• Demonstrate an in depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how this impacts on service delivery. Ensure clinical nursing practice by the nursing team(unit) in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the relevant health facility. Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Facilitate and coordinate NCD and geriatric programme in the sub district by ensuring delivery of the key strategic objectives of the District Health System and Gauteng department of health. Assess learning needs of officials in PHC facilities in both theory and practical on management of NCD’s and Geriatrics. Coordinate LTDOT (Long Term Domiciliary Oxygen Therapy) Services. Execute formal duties within the department of health context and submit quality programme reports according to set dates. Adhere to Batho Pele principle and improve team strategy. Establish a constructive working relationship with other stake holders (Inter-professional, inter-sectorial and multidisciplinary team). Participate in research processes and analysis. Have knowledge on older people’s Act no 13 of 2006, ideal clinic and national strategic plan for prevention and control of NCD’s.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following e-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s License 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 (Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified). The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position(s) and dates (dd/mm/yyyy) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. (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/reference check verification). NB: Reference Checks-the applicant must provide at least 3 contact details (names, cellphone number and email address) of his/her referees, of which immediate supervisor(s) must form part of. The Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided on CV. 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 85/1993. It is the 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. Be flexible to be allocated to any facility under the advertising sub-district in west rand district as per service delivery needs. Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : West Rand District Health Services

Closing Date : 23-02-2024

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.