• Reference Number : refs/056335
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R571 161 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms R Phala: 011 321 6002

Requirements :

• Basic R425 (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse. Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse. Diploma in Nursing Administration /Management is required. Current registration with SANC. Experience in MDR TB, TB / HIV programmes will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy. Must have a Valid Driver’s license.

Duties :

• Implement and monitor compliance with national TB Control guidelines and policies at hospital/facility level, across all wards and outpatient departments. Coordinate TB screening, case-finding, diagnosis and treatment initiation for admitted patients and outpatients within the hospital. Oversee TB infection prevention and control (IPC) measures within the facility, including isolation protocols, cough etiquette, ventilation and staff/patient safety compliance. Coordinate contact tracing and follow-up for TB-exposed patients and staff within the hospital environment. Ensure integrated Health Information System for TB on TIER.Net. Coordinate monthly and quarterly TB reports for submission to District, verify and analyze data prior submission. Coordinate monthly and quarterly DR TB reports, verify, and analyze the data prior submission of the reports to the District and Provincial DR TB Directorate in line with the timelines. Facilitate multidisciplinary team (MDT) case reviews for complex, drug-resistant and TB/HIV co-infected patients at facility level. Monitor facility-level TB treatment adherence and retention in care, and support defaulter tracing in collaboration with ward and clinic staff. Compile, verify and submit accurate monthly and quarterly facility TB reports and indicators to the sub-district/district TB Coordinator within set timelines. Provide in-service training, mentorship and clinical support to nursing and clinical staff on TB management, IPC and reporting protocols. Liaise with the pharmacy department to ensure availability and appropriate management of TB treatment stock at facility level. Participate in and support the hospital's Infection Prevention and Control Committee, escalating TB-related risks and outbreaks as needed. Coordinate TB/HIV integration activities within the hospital in line with the 95-95-95 targets and HAST strategy. Promote and support health education and counselling for TB patients and their families within the facility, in line with Batho Pele principles. Ensure accurate patient TB records and documentation are maintained in line with clinical governance and SANC standards.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following website https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za . No hand-delivered, or emailed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV in pdf format and new updated Z83 form in pdf format obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents . Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, signed and dated by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable - If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). Please ensure your CV includes the names of all schools/institutions attended. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, 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. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. NB: Where Driver’s License is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. 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 5/1993. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Edenvale Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 04-09-2026

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.