• Reference Number : refs/020208
• Directorate : Nursing Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 162 200 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Dr FG MBARA Tel. No: (012) 529 3201

Requirements :

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. An appropriate Bachelor`s Degree / Diploma in nursing or equivalent qualifications that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council) as a professional nurse. Post basic qualification in Nursing Management with duration of at least 1 year registered with the SANC or equivalent Management qualification. A minimum of eleven (11) years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse. At least Six (6) years appropriate/ recognized experience at Management level, (Manager Nursing / Deputy Manager Nursing / Deputy Director). Extensive knowledge of the Nursing Act and Regulations, Health Act, Code of Ethics, Professional Practice of the South African Nursing Council, Nursing Standards of practice, Scope of Practice, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Mental Health Care Act. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Should have proven sound managerial skills, computer literacy and knowledge of financial management. Good verbal and written communication skills. Current proof of registration with SANC must be attached. Must be computer literate in Microsoft Package (MS Word, Excel and Power point) and must have a valid driver`s license. Willingness to work under pressure and beyond a call of duty.

Duties :

• To give direction to and co-ordinate nursing services within the Department of Health and to manage and give direction to nursing services and direct corporate nursing planning control of quality patient care. To put system in place to ensure that Service delivery meets the required standards as laid down in policies, procedures and Strategic goals of Gauteng Health Department. Develop policies and procedures for safe patients/ client Care and monitor the implementation. Collaborate with other team members in the hospital to identify actual and potential risks. Implement and ensure compliance to the National Core Standards and Six Key Priorities within the area of responsibility. Human Resources Development and Management. Manage performance of all within the area of responsibility. Proactively identifies continuing professional development (CPD). Ensure implementation of the Out and In-reach programs within the catchment and referral areas of Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital. Assist with the management of budget, Human Resources and Equipment within the area of responsibility. Participate actively in Research Projects to improve the quality of care. Implement National Strategic Plan for Nurse Education, training and practice. Attend and actively participate in CMJAH monthly meetings, Quarterly reviews, Operational and Strategic Planning Sessions.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment/reference check verification). NB: Reference Checks-The applicant must provide at least 3 contact details (names, cellphone number and email address) of his/her referees, of which one must be immediate supervisor. The Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided on CV. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 22-03-2024

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.