About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Practitioner Grade 1 to 2 for the Primary Health Care unit, stationed at the Saldanha Bay Clinic in the beautiful coastal town of Saldanha. This role is vital in providing high-quality healthcare services to the community, focusing on curative programs, child health, women’s health, and HAST programs. As a Clinical Nurse Practitioner, you will be a key advocate for patients, ensuring they receive the necessary healthcare they deserve. Your contribution will not only enhance individual health outcomes but will also foster a healthier community, making a significant impact on public service in South Africa.
Working within the Department of Health means being part of a mission that prioritizes health equity and accessibility for all South Africans. By joining this reputable department, you will play an instrumental role in improving the health standards in the Saldanha Bay Sub-district, directly influencing the lives of residents and setting a standard for excellent patient care.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting the health and well-being of all South Africans through comprehensive healthcare services. The department’s mission encompasses a wide range of programs aimed at improving the public health landscape, ensuring that every citizen has access to quality healthcare. By working in this department, you will contribute to policies and initiatives that directly affect the health of communities, creating a lasting legacy of health advancement and social justice.
What You’ll Do
- Execute and manage relevant curative programs within your scope of practice.
- Advocate for patients to ensure they receive necessary healthcare services.
- Provide high-quality child health and women’s health services.
- Assist with the management of HAST programs, ensuring adherence to health standards.
- Participate in quality assurance activities to measure and enhance service delivery outcomes.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Clinical Nursing Science or a related field.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years of experience in nursing post-registration; Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years of experience.
- Valid driver’s license (Code B/EB) and willingness to travel.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and health care standards.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for.
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 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 post graduate 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 a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1 year post basic 196 qualification OR a post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license (Code B/EB) and willingness to travel.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the Nursing Act and relevant regulations.
Knowledge of the Medicines Control Act, Mental Health Care Act, Child Health Act and other relevant legislation.
Knowledge and application of Ideal Clinic and National Core Standards.
Knowledge of Community Orientated Primary Care.
Job Duties
Effective execution and assist with the management of relevant Curative Programs within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care.Effective execution and assist with the management of relevant Child Health within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care.
Effective execution and assist with the management of relevant Women’s Health within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care.
Effective execution and assist with the management of relevant HAST programs within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care.
The effective provision of high-quality services measured by outcomes of all of the quality assurance activities.
