Department of Health: Professional Nurse Government Job Opportunity
The Department of Health is looking for dedicated and qualified individuals to join their team as Professional Nurses. Ideal candidates should have a basic R425 qualification in nursing, be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC), and possess relevant experience depending on the grade level.
Job Details
- Company Name: Department of Health
- Salary:
- Grade 1: R307,473 per annum
- Grade 2: R375,480 per annum
- Grade 3: R451,533 per annum (Plus a non-pensionable rural allowance of 12% of basic annual salary)
- Location: Prince Albert Hospital
Job Description
The Professional Nurse will be responsible for providing optimal, holistic nursing care, effective control and management of equipment and stock, administrative responsibilities, information management, and participating in training and research. The role also includes providing support to Nursing Services and maintaining professional growth, ethical standards, and self-development.
Requirements
- Educational Qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing or equivalent) that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Registration: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Experience:
- Grade 1: None required.
- Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
- Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
- Inherent Requirements: Willing to work shifts and overtime.
- Competencies:
- Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.
Duties
- Provide optimal, holistic nursing care.
- Ensure effective control and management of equipment and stock.
- Handle administrative responsibilities and information management.
- Utilize resources effectively.
- Participate in training and research.
- Provide support to Nursing Services.
- Maintain professional growth, ethical standards, and self-development.
How to Apply
Application Process
- Prepare Your Application:
- Visit the official Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit Your Application:
- Online Submission: Applications must be submitted online via Western Cape Government Health Jobs (click “online applications”).
Application Closing Date
- Deadline: 12 August 2024
Enquiries
- Contact: Ms S Frieslaar
- Telephone: (023) 814-2982
Additional Information
- No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
- Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. These candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to health professionals applying for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status).
