About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Assistant Manager Nursing to join the team at Port Shepstone Hospital, located in the vibrant coastal town of Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that nursing units operate at optimal levels, adhering to professional and legal standards. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a holistic approach to patient care, making a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in the community.
In this role, you will oversee nursing activities and disaster management while promoting patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. By managing human, financial, and material resources effectively, you will contribute to the overall efficiency of the healthcare facility. This role is not just about nursing; it’s about leadership, mentorship, and being an integral part of a team that prioritizes the health and well-being of the community.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing quality healthcare services to all South Africans. With a mandate to enhance health outcomes, the department focuses on a comprehensive approach to health, which includes preventative care, clinical services, and health education. Working here means being part of a mission that impacts lives positively and helps build a healthier society.
This department values the dedication of its staff and continuously strives to create a supportive and professional environment. By joining the Department of Health, you will have the opportunity to contribute to significant health initiatives that make a difference in communities across the province.
What You’ll Do
- Provide leadership and ensure optimal functioning of nursing units within established standards.
- Plan, organize, and monitor nursing activities, including disaster management for quality patient care.
- Promote Infection Prevention and Control practices, ensuring patient safety and quality improvement.
- Manage human, financial, and material resources effectively, focusing on cost containment.
- Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards of care.
- Implement clinical governance programs and quality assurance standards within the unit.
- Facilitate training and professional development for nursing staff.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
- Compile reports and statistics as required, contributing to continuous improvement and research activities.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
- Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science, Midwifery Nursing Science, or Psychiatry.
- Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife, or Psychiatric Nurse.
- Minimum of 10 years clinical experience in a hospital environment post-registration.
- At least 3 years of experience in a nursing operational management role.
- Strong knowledge of nursing legislation, ethics, and professional practice.
- Good communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to utilise courier services or email the recruitment office as detailed below.
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Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric or Equivalent.Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science.
Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science.
Diploma / Degree in Psychiatry, Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management.
Certificate in computer course.
Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management.
A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment after registration as a General Nurse.
At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational Manager Nursing.
SANC receipt 2026.
Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Patient’s Rights Charter, and relevant Department of Health policies.
Sound knowledge of Clinical Forensic nursing standards, protocols and clinical guidelines.
Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational and problem- solving skills.
Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively.
Good communication, interpersonal, conflict management and report-writing skills.
Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Labour Relations and Performance Management Systems.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Job Duties
Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework.Plan organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the domain to ensure quality patient care.
Monitor and promote Infection Prevention and Control practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial and material resources.
Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the policy regarding revenue generation.
Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care.
Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards.
Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM Standards.
Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective and equitable service delivery.
Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional development of staff.
Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required.
Participate in research activities and promote evidence- based nursing practice.
Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.
Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD framework.
