About the Role
The Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Manager Nursing (Level 3) to join the team at Livingstone Tertiary Hospital in Nelson Mandela Metro. This vital role involves leading and managing nursing services to ensure the highest quality of patient care. As a Manager, you will be at the forefront of strategic nursing leadership, influencing the quality of healthcare delivered to the community. Your expertise will help shape nursing practices and policies, making a significant impact on the health outcomes of the population in this bustling city.
In addition to providing professional and technical guidance to nursing staff, you will advocate for nursing professionalism and ethics. Your leadership will foster collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that our healthcare services are efficient and effective. This role not only emphasizes organizational management but also prioritizes the human element of care, making it crucial for the well-being of patients and their families in the community.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services to all South Africans. It plays a pivotal role in the development and implementation of health policies that promote the well-being of the nation. Working within this department means being part of a mission that values quality care, patient rights, and health promotion, ultimately contributing to a healthier South Africa.
In collaborating with various healthcare professionals, the department ensures that the highest standards of care are maintained. By joining the nursing team at Livingstone Tertiary Hospital, you will be part of a larger effort to improve health services and patient experiences across the region.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage nursing services, ensuring strategic direction and quality care.
- Develop and implement policies, programs, and standards for nursing practices.
- Advocate for nursing ethics and professionalism within the institution.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance healthcare efficiency.
- Monitor the utilization of human resources and finances in nursing services.
- Oversee the performance management and development of nursing staff.
- Identify and address potential risks in patient care practices.
- Support nursing research initiatives to advance care quality.
- Ensure compliance with quality assurance, infection control, and safety programs.
- Participate in hospital executive decision-making processes.
What You’ll Need
- R425 qualification accredited with the SANC (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- A minimum of 10 years of nursing experience after registration, with at least 5 years in a management role.
- Advanced understanding of nursing legislation and ethical practices.
- Knowledge of Public Sector Legislation, PFMA, and Batho Pele Principles.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with effective problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy and capability in complex report writing.
- Valid driver’s licence.
How to Apply
Please follow the application instructions provided below.
Requirements
Basic R425 qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice 425 (i.e.
diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
A post graduate qualification in Nursing Administration/Management will be added advantage.
Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience 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.
Computer literate and may be required to demonstrate computer skills.
Complex report writing skills is essential.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
To lead, manage and provide strategic Nursing leadership and direction to Nursing Services in the institution.Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through management of nursing care programs.
Advocate the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism.
Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, protocol/ procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care.
Establish, maintain and participate in interprofessional multi-disciplinary team for effective and efficient health care.
Manage and monitor the utilization of Human Resources and Finances in accordance with relevant directives and prescripts.
Maintain and manage PMDS of subordinates.
Collaborate with other team members in the hospital to identify actual and potential risks.
Support nursing and health care research to improve the quality of care.
Monitor compliance to Quality Assurance, Infection Prevention and Control, Occupational health and Safety and other programs within the institution.
Participate in Hospital Executive decision- making body.
Implement the SANC CPD programme in the facility.
