• Reference Number : refs/020746
• Directorate : Nursing Department
• Number of Posts : 4

• Package : R 451 433.00 Per Annum Plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms. T.G Baloyi Tel 011 489 0896

Requirements :

• A Basic R425 qualification accredited by SANC (i.e., diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration. A post-basic nursing qualification with duration of at least one (1) year accredited with the SANC in psychiatric. A minimum of 4 years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.

Duties :

• Ensure effective communication within the Unit. Ensure effective commutation and smooth running within the unit. Develop policies and protocols for the unit. Knowledge of unit equipment usage and management thereof. Ensure optima specific nursing care is maintained. Lead when there is a disaster (internal and external). Be able to apply and implement procedures as per scope of practice. Manage and deal with difficult stakeholders. Supervision and control of all material resources and manage cost. Strict control of equipment and budget of department. Liaise with hospital management regarding complex issues. Maintain and respect the hospital brand statement, vision, and mission in all interactions. Create customer friendly environment. Maintain sound relations with all stakeholders and team within the department. Ensure optimal utilizations of personnel in the unit. Ability to deal with conflicts and knowledge of DoH policies. Ensure and have knowledge Ideal Hospital Realization Standards. Manage PMDS of subordinates. Management of complaints. Ensure that a therapeutic environment is provided for the patients, staff and public. These activities include the following: Holistic and comprehensive assessment of voluntary admission, assisted care, emergency mental health care admission, 72 hours assessment of involuntary mental health care users, as well as further care treatment and rehabilitation of mental health care users in an acute psychiatric unit according to the Mental Health Care Act of 2002. Identify patients’ needs and formulates, implement and evaluate nursing care interventions that are patient specific. Identification of risk and implementation of preventive measures timeously, e.g Sedated, suicidal, violet and aggressive patients. Formulate and participate in ward individual and group activities following a structured ward programme in consultation with other members of the of the multi-disciplinary team members. Ensure that psychotropic medication and other treatment are ordered, administered and controlled according to the Medicine and Related Substance Act. Monitor the compliance, effectiveness and side effects of medication and advocate for patients in cases of ineffective treatments. Delegate and supervise ward activities. Ensure the continuity of patient care is maintained through nursing care rounds and hand over. Ensure adequate record keeping is maintained. Provide support, counseling and crisis interventions when needed. Manage the department efficiently and cost effectively.

Notes :

• Helen Joseph Hospital is committed to the pursuit of diversity, redress and will promote representation in terms of race, disability and gender. The Institutional Employment Equity Plan will be considered in the process of filling the posts. Applications must be submitted on a New Version of Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The completed and signed form should be accompanied by a recently updated cv. Copies need not be certified when applying for this post. The communication from HR department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993, reference check and verification of qualifications will be conducted. Applications must be submitted at Helen Joseph Hospital, No. 1 Perth Road Auckland Park, Johannesburg. (There is an application box at hospital entrance – ask Security Officers on duty for assistance). Alternatively, applications can be posted to Helen Joseph Hospital Private Bag X 47, Auckland Park, 2006; Attention: Human resources department. Please take note that online applications will not be considered due to technical challenges that the institution has been experiencing. PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Hospital

Closing Date : 28-06-2024

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.