About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager Nursing to join the team at Zithulele Hospital in the OR Tambo District. This pivotal role involves providing strategic leadership and direction to the nursing services, ensuring that high standards of care are maintained in alignment with the hospital’s objectives and the broader goals of public service in South Africa. By fostering constructive relationships with nursing staff and other stakeholders, the Deputy Manager will play a crucial part in shaping the quality of patient care delivered within the community.
Working at Zithulele Hospital means engaging with a diverse range of patients and healthcare professionals in a vibrant rural setting. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with nursing legislation and ethical practices, making a significant impact on the community’s health outcomes. The Deputy Manager will oversee the effective management of human and material resources, ensuring that the nursing unit operates efficiently and effectively in providing quality healthcare to all.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to improving the health status of South Africans through the promotion of quality healthcare services. Its mandate includes the provision of comprehensive health services, aimed at achieving universal health coverage and equity in access to healthcare. Working within this department means contributing to meaningful change and enhancing the well-being of communities across the province.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and lead nursing services, ensuring strategic alignment with institutional goals.
- Plan and monitor objectives of specialized nursing units.
- Foster positive working relationships with nursing staff and other key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with nursing legislation, policies, and ethical standards.
- Oversee the effective management and utilization of nursing resources.
- Implement performance management and development systems.
- Monitor adherence to quality assurance, infection control, and occupational health standards.
- Execute administrative functions effectively within the nursing unit.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse General.
- A postgraduate diploma in Nursing Management or Administration.
- At least 9 years of post-registration experience as a Professional Nurse, with a minimum of 4 years in a management role.
- Strong knowledge of nursing legislation, public sector regulations, and ethical practices.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- A valid driver’s licence.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Basic R425 qualification Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse General.A postgraduate diploma in Nursing Management/Administration.
A minimum of 9 years after registration as a Professional Nurse, at least 4 years’ appropriate recognizable experience must be at Management Level.
Demonstrate advanced understanding and application of Nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.
Knowledge of PFMA, HR Management.
Knowledge of Public Sector Legislation and relevant Prescript/ Regulation, Batho Pele Principles and Patient Rights Charter.
Strong leadership, good interpersonal relations, effective problem solving, management and decision-making skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills are essential requirements.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
To manage and provide strategic Nursing leadership and direction to the Nursing Services.Plan and monitor the objectives of the specialized unit in line with the strategic plan of the institution and Department.
Coordinate and maintain conducive/constructive working relationships with Nursing and other stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with professional and ethical practice.
100 Monitor and ensure nursing care is practiced in accordance with the statutory law, policies and procedures governing the Nursing Profession, Labour and Health Care.
Effective management and utilization of Human and Material Resources.
Ensure effective implementation of PMDS.
Monitor compliance to Quality Assurance and Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety standards and National Core Standards Compliance.
Ensure efficient and effective execution of administration functions of the Nursing unit.
