• Reference Number : refs/056753
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 201 302.00 -R 1 373 562.00 per annum
• Enquiries : Ms. M. Madolo, 011 923 2100

Requirements :

• Basic R.425 qualification (i.e. diploma / degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration or Health Services Management of at least one-year duration and is registered as such by the South African Nursing Council. A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable management experience at Assistant Manager Nursing level. Must be computer literate and have a valid driver’s license. Possess strong leadership, effective communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and critical thinking skills.

Duties :

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the division. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through proper management of nursing care programs. Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programmes, regulations, practices, procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care. 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 multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Implement and control operational management of clinical and support services in patient care areas. Oversee nursing workforce planning, staffing levels and skills for optimal care. Ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patients’ Rights Charter. Coordinate nursing related research and development. Management of nursing projects and participation in hospital projects aimed at enhancing service delivery. Implementation of the National Strategic Direction for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice 2020/21 – 2025/26. Lead and implement the Guidelines for Clinical Nursing Education and Training Units in South Africa. Implementation of the South African Nursing Council Nursing Practice Standards for Use in all Health Establishments in South Africa. Provide leadership in implementing the South African Nursing Council Continuing Professional Development Framework for Nurses and Midwives.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online (please attach Z83 form) at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position 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 be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above except for HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserves the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 09-10-2026

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.