About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager Nursing (Level 1 and 2) at Paarl Hospital, located in the picturesque town of Paarl, South Africa. This vital role requires a passionate nursing professional who will lead and guide nursing teams toward achieving strategic goals that enhance patient care quality. Your work will directly impact the health and well-being of the community, making a meaningful contribution to public service and healthcare excellence.
As a Deputy Manager, you will be at the forefront of implementing high standards in nursing care while fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration. Your leadership will help ensure that patients receive the best possible care, reinforcing the hospital’s reputation as a cornerstone of health in the Paarl area. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families, providing them with the support they need in times of health challenges.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting and ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. It plays a crucial role in the development of healthcare policies and the implementation of health programs aimed at improving service delivery across various health facilities. Working within this department means you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing public health initiatives and improving access to quality healthcare for every citizen.
This department is more than just a workplace; it’s a mission-driven environment where your efforts contribute to the broader goal of enhancing health outcomes and quality of life in the community. The work you do here will resonate throughout the region, impacting not only patients but also healthcare professionals and the community at large.
What You’ll Do
- Provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement nursing policies and programs that uphold high standards of patient care.
- Manage clinical governance for nursing services, advocating for professionalism and nursing ethics.
- Oversee financial planning and resource allocation, ensuring efficient use of budgets and assets.
- Lead comprehensive human resource management initiatives, focusing on staff development and performance.
- Utilize technology to collect and analyze data, enhancing service delivery and patient care.
- Foster inter-professional teamwork to promote holistic patient care and effective service delivery.
- Engage with stakeholders to support change management and continuous improvement in nursing practices.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification or equivalent that allows registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- A minimum of nine years of relevant nursing experience post-registration, including at least four years in a management role.
- Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to be on call during emergencies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of statutory policies, quality assurance, and occupational health and safety.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse OR A 3 year Diploma in Nursing (R171) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) AS A General Nurse.
Registration with a 197 professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse or General Nurse.
Experience: A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse.
At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience at management level.
Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
Willingness to be on call and available in cases of emergency.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the relevant statutory and policy frameworks.
Knowledge of quality assurance, infection prevention control and occupational health and safety.
Demonstratable knowledge and experience of human resource and financial management.
Good organizational, interpersonal, leadership, research and creative problem solving skills.
Ability to communicate (written and verbal) and the ability to work on MS packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Job Duties
Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives in participation with the executive management team.Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of high- quality patient care through the management of nursing care programs.
Develop and monitor the implementation of nursing policies, programmes regulations, practices, procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care.
Responsible for clinical governance for nursing services and advocate to ensure the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism.
Ensure the efficient financial planning, control, and effective use of resources in areas such as procurement, budget control, assets and service prioritisation.
Comprehensive human resource management, including staff development, motivation and performance improvement.
Utilising technology and other information systems to collect, monitor and analyse data in order to enhance service delivery.
Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork to the benefit of holistic patient care.
Able to apply stakeholder engagement, change management and continuous improvement principles to the benefit of the patients and staff of Paarl Hospital
