• Reference Number : refs/056188
• Directorate : NURSING MANAGEMENT
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 069 215 – R1 219 323 PER ANNUM (inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Mr. J. Naidoo, Tel No.:018 788 1702

Requirements :

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma or Degree in Nursing) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse. Minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognized experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC and at least four (4) years of period above must be appropriate/recognized experience at Nursing Management level (Assistant Manager Nursing Level). Diploma in Nursing Administrative/ Management or health care management obtained from a recognized institution will be an added advantage. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: Application of legislations and Health related Acts and Ethical Nursing practices. Must have knowledge of Nursing legislative framework, understanding of National Core Standards and ability to describe the effective application of the scope of practices for different categories of Nurses. Ability to plan, organize, and lead and co-ordinate the nursing services in the Hospital. Develop and monitor the implementation of nursing services that promotes the right of patients. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrate basic understanding of human resources, disciplinary procedure as well as financial management policies, guidelines and practices. Computer literacy (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) and report writing skills are essential. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Lead and give direction to nursing services and overall control of quality patient care in the Hospital. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patients care through management of nursing care programs. Advocate the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programes, regulations, practices, protocols/procedures and standard pertaining to nursing care. Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary team for effective and efficient health care. Manage and monitor the utilization of Human Resource and Finances in accordance with relevant directives and prescripts. Participants in Hospital Executive decision-making body. Collaborate with other team members in the Hospital to identify actual and potential risks. Support Nursing and Health care research to improve the quality of care. Lead the implementation of the National Core Standards (NCS). Proactively identifies continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for nurses and midwives. Actively participate in the implementation of national strategic plan for nurse education, training and practice 2012-2017.

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. 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. The 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 applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. For Part B, 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. Application must indicate the post reference on their application. 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. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship, qualification verification, social media, financial record checks and 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 Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety 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. THOSE WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED ARE ENCOURAGED TO REAPPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CARLETONVILLE HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 26-08-2026

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.