• Reference Number : refs/021488
  • Directorate : NURSING SERVICES – INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (IPC)
  • Number of Posts : 2
  • Package : R 520.560.00 PER ANNUM (ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE)
  • Enquiries : Mr. N.B. Mulaudzi (011) 933 9779/0134

Requirements :

  • Basic qualification accredited with South African Nursing Council in terms of Government Notice 425 i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing as a Professional nurse or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. A diploma or one year certificate in Infection Prevention and control. 6 - 12 months experience in the infection prevention and control department. Diploma in Health Services Management and Computer literacy will be an added advantage. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of Nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, Ideal Hospital Realisation guidelines, procurement processes in IPC and other relevant Legal frameworks such as Nursing Act, OHS Act, Patient Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act. Skills: Leadership, planning, co-ordination, administration, organizational, communication, decision making and problem-solving abilities within the limit of the public sector and institutional policy framework. Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining to the relevant resource under management. Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions. Insight into the procedures and policies pertaining to nursing care in infection prevention and control. Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders and givers. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Report writing skills. Interpersonal skills including conflict management and counselling.

Duties :

  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of legislation and ethical practices relating to public service, public health, nursing and other multidisciplinary health professions acts. Ensure that multidisciplinary team complies with clinical standards and ideal hospital standards. Must be able to identify Health Care Associated Infections (HAI), investigate the type of infections and infecting organism, conduct surveillance in hospital infections and participate in outbreak investigation. Be ready and available 24hrs in case of infectious outbreaks. Participate and give training and education of all personnel. Provide expert consultative advice regarding the health of patients, staff and other appropriate hospital programme in matters relating to transmission of infections. Compile and analyse reports to improve quality care. Supervise and support the multidisciplinary teams. Liase with district health structures and other facilities where applicable. Preparedness to work in stressful conditions as the need arises. Demonstrate effective communication at all levels of service delivery. Coordination of optimal, holistic nursing care with set standards and within a professional / legal framework in infection prevention and control. Manage effectively supervision and utilization of resources Human, Material, and monitoring of the services. Coordination of provision of effective training and research in infection prevention and control. Maintain professional growth / ethical standards and self-development by the relevant facility.

Notes :

  • Applications should be uploaded online 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 with the exception of 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. CHBAH 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 reserve 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 apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 13-09-2024


Criteria Questions
Do you have current registration with SANC for 2024?
Do you have appropriate qualifications that allow registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse?
Do you have ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team?
Are you able to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with diverse team.?

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.