• Reference Number : refs/056431
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 201 302.00 per annum (Inclusive Package Remuneration)
• Enquiries : Ms.MM Matshidza 012 529 3463

Requirements :

• Basic qualification (i.e. An appropriate bachelor’s degree/ diploma in nursing or equivalent qualifications that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council) as a professional nurse. Registration with the SANC as a professional nurse and proof of current registration. A minimum of 10 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 at the management level (As Assistant Manager)Must be willing to work beyond the call of duty. In depth knowledge and understanding of Health-Related Acts, Nursing Regulations, Guidelines and Labour Relations Policies. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is a requirement.

Duties :

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Service division. Lead and give direction to Nursing services and overall control of quality patient care. Put systems in place to ensure that service delivery meets the required standards as laid down in the policies, procedures, and strategic goal of the Gauteng Department of Health. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through proper management of the nursing care programs. Develop standard operating procedures for safe patient/client care and monitor the implementation thereof. Develops and implements policies, programs, regulations, procedures pertaining to nursing care. Collaborate with other team members in the hospital to identify actual and potential risks. Implement and ensure compliance to Ideal Hospital Realization Framework and the Six key priorities within the area of responsibility. Management of personnel within the area of responsibility. Proactively identify continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities. Ensure implementation of out and in-reach programs within the catchment and referral areas of the institution. Assist with budget, human resources and equipment management within areas of responsibility. Participate in Research projects to improve the quality of care. Implement strategic plan for nurse education, training, and practice. Participate actively and contribute in institutional engagements. Establish, maintain and participate in inter- professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Advocate and ensure the promotion of Nursing Ethos and Professionalism. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to computer literacy test.

Notes :

• Kindly note that No payments 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. 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 (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 ENCOURARED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 11-09-2026

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.