• Reference Number : refs/021994
• Directorate : PAEDIATRICS
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 656.964.00 PER ANNUM (ALL INCLUSIVE)
• Enquiries : Mr NB Mulaudzi Tel No: (011) 933 0134/9779

Requirements :

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma or Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council. A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing. Certificate in Health service management is a requirement. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the Paediatrics department. The applicant should be in possession of a post basic qualification either in Child Nursing Science or Oncology Nursing Science with the minimum of one-year post qualification. Applicants should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance as an inherit job requirement. Competencies/ Knowledge/ Skills: Computer literacy i.e. (Ms Word, Power Point). Ability to work independently and innovatively. Knowledge of legal prescripts that regulate nursing and health services. Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions. Decision making and problem solving abilities within the limit of the public sector and institutional policy framework. Display empathy for patients, promoting advocacy and facilitating holistic treatment and care. Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing strategy, nursing statutes, Ideal Hospital Realization framework and other relevant frameworks such as Nursing Act, OHS Act, Patient Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure, etc. Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining to the relevant resources under management. Insight into the procedures and policies pertaining to nursing care. Skills: Leadership, Ward management/ ward administration planning, organizing, co-ordination and communication skills. Facilitation and presentation skills, problem solving and decision-making skills. Personal: Responsiveness, pro-activeness, professionalism, accuracy, flexibility, initiative, cooperation, team player, supportive, assertive.

Duties :

• Supervise and evaluate quality of nursing care as directed by professional scope of practice and set nursing standards within a professional/legal frame work. Implement nursing legislation and related frame work and ethical nursing practices. Manage resources effectively and efficiently in the unit. Compile and analyse reports to improve quality of patient care. Be allocated to work night shifts and relieve the supervisor when required. Perform as an operational manager in accordance with the scope or practice. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other health professionals and junior colleagues. Implement of the Ideal Hospital and Realization framework. Manage and monitor effective utilization and supervision of human, financial and material resources. Co-ordination and provision of effective training and research. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures. Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stake holders. Demonstrate in depth understanding of nursing legislations and related ethical nursing practices. Participate in training, research and self-development. Management of personnel performance and review thereof.

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/online Z83. 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 to the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where the 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 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/online 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 reserves the right to conduct verification beyond the 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 disqualified. 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 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 apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 17-01-2025

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.