• Reference Number : REFS/050073
• Directorate : Infection Prevention Control
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R571 161.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. M Mthezuka-Kganakga Tel No: (011) 488 4600 Ms. L Maseko Tel No: (011) 488 3711

Requirements :

• Grade 12 or equivalent. Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Relevant discipline specific skills, Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control (or similar), Management qualification, and Computer literacy will be added advantage.

Duties :

• Demonstrate an in depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how these impacts on service delivery. Ensure clinical practice by the nursing team (unit) in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the institution. Ensure that the allocated areas comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and Infection and Prevention Control Policies. Participate in in-service training as part of the daily duties. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the institution. Demonstrate effective communication with patients and relatives, supervisors, other health professionals and junior colleagues including more complex report writing when required. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team on a supervisory level to ensure that allocated areas are practicing best care always bundles and support all areas implementing Lean project. Follow up report and notifiable diseases. Ensure that allocated wards adhere to IPC initiatives. Support the institution’s occupational health and safety team. Work effectively and amicably at a supervisory level with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial, or religious differences. Manage own work, time and ensure that reports are submitted within agreed timelines. Provision of support and advice to health and educational institutions within the cluster and catchment area. Will be required to do call as required by the service and relieve Assistant Manager (area) on delegation.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment 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. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory; however, it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 29-06-2026

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.