About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a passionate Clinical Nurse Practitioner Grade 1 to 2 based in the Asla CC, Mossel Bay Sub-district. This vital role is essential in enhancing the health and well-being of the communities in this beautiful area of South Africa. As a Clinical Nurse Practitioner, you will contribute significantly to managing health challenges through comprehensive health programs, promoting health, and preventing disease in collaboration with local resources and structures.
In this role, you will not only provide essential primary health care services but also engage with community organizations and non-profit organizations (NPOs) to strengthen health promotion initiatives. Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals and families, ensuring they have access to quality health services and resources. This position is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and support the overarching mission of public service.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. It plays a crucial role in delivering public health services, promoting wellness, and preventing diseases across various communities. By working for this department, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities throughout the country.
The mission of the Department of Health is to provide equitable access to healthcare services, ensure the effective management of health resources, and foster innovation in health delivery. Working here not only allows you to grow professionally but also to contribute to a vital mission that affects the lives of many.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in managing the burden of disease through comprehensive health programs.
- Plan and implement health promotion and prevention activities in facilities and communities.
- Link with community structures and NPOs for enhanced service delivery.
- Collect data and submit reports to monitor health outcomes.
- Provide primary health care services to surrounding communities.
- Support human resources management, finance, supply chain management, and strategy implementation under supervision.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Clinical Nursing Science or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Grade 1: Minimum of 4 years’ experience in nursing after SANC registration.
- Grade 2: Minimum of 14 years’ experience in nursing after SANC registration, including relevant specialty experience.
- Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to drive a mobile clinic vehicle.
- NIMART training or experience is preferred.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, report writing, liaison, and facilitation skills.
- Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with the SANC (R48).
OR A 4-year Bachelor's degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Primary Care Nursing.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A Minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A Minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
Willingness to work overtime when needed.
Willingness to drive a mobile clinic vehicle.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): NIMART training or experience.
Good communication skills Problem solving, report writing, liaison and facilitation skills.
Basic computer skills in (i.
e.
MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Job Duties
Assist with the management of the Burden of disease according to the comprehensive health programmes.Quality of service Plan and implement 288 Health Promotion and Prevention activities in facility and Community.
Link to the community structures and NPO’s.
Collect data and submit reports.
Provide PHC services to the surrounding communities.
Assist with the management of Human Resources, Finance, SCM, Strategy and Health support and Infrastructure and equipment management under supervision.
