About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Operational Manager (Maternity) to join the team at Ndwedwe Community Health Centre in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal. This crucial role focuses on managing maternity services to ensure the highest standard of individual patient care. By overseeing not just the clinical aspects but also the mentoring of junior personnel, the Operational Manager plays a pivotal part in enhancing maternal and child healthcare in the community, making a genuine difference in the lives of families.
As an Operational Manager, you will be at the forefront of implementing integrated maternal and child health programmes, conducting clinical audits, and ensuring effective use of resources. This position is vital for fostering a supportive environment where both patients and healthcare workers can thrive. Your leadership will help reduce waiting times and improve the quality of care, making a lasting impact in the public service sector.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing accessible, quality healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mandate includes promoting public health, preventing disease, and ensuring effective service delivery across various health disciplines. Joining this department means being part of a mission that prioritises the well-being of communities, ensuring that every individual receives the necessary care and support.
Working within the Department of Health not only offers a chance to contribute to the health sector but also provides an opportunity to grow in an environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged. Employees are part of a larger vision to uplift and enhance the quality of life for all citizens, making it a meaningful and rewarding career choice.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the practice of all maternity services to ensure high standards of care.
- Supervise and mentor junior nursing staff to promote professional development.
- Facilitate the implementation of integrated maternal and child health programmes.
- Conduct clinical audits and develop action plans for quality improvement.
- Ensure accurate data collation and participate in data management meetings.
- Oversee the development and implementation of clinical policies and guidelines.
- Monitor infection control measures and improve patient care quality.
- Participate in community outreach and preventive health programmes.
- Compile and submit relevant reports in a timely manner.
What You’ll Need
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12/Matric or Standard 10.
- National Diploma/Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery plus one year of post-basic advanced midwifery.
- At least nine years of nursing experience post-registration, with five years in advanced midwifery.
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse and in advanced midwifery.
- Valid driver’s license (code 8 or 10).
- In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation and ethical practices.
- Good leadership, supervisory, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
How to Apply
All applicants should be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer Ndwedwe CHC as detailed in the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Senior Certificate /Grade 12/ Matric or standard 10.National Diploma/Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery plus 1 year post basic advanced midwifery.
A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse and Midwifery with SANC, of which 5 years must be recognisable experience after obtaining a 1-year post-basic qualification in Advanced midwifery.
Current registration with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse and advance midwifery.
Current and previous experience endorsed by the Human Resource department (certificate of service).
Possession of a valid driver’s licence code 8(B) or 10 (C1).
Knowledge/Skills Training and Competencies Required Demonstrate an in- depth understanding of nursing legislation, related legal and ethical nursing practices and other relevant legislative frameworks governing in the Public Services.
Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures.
In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, related legal, ethical practice & legislative framework governing the Public Services.
Knowledge of quality assurance standards as directed by negotiated service delivery agreement, National core standards.
Appropriate understanding of scope of practice and nursing standards.
Thorough knowledge of quality assurance standards as directed by Negotiated Service Delivery Agreement, National Core Standards, Patients’ Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles.
Sound knowledge of Labour Relations Act.
Leadership, Supervisory, organizing, decision-making, problem solving abilities skills Co-ordination and report writing skills.
Time Management, Personal attributes, responsiveness, professionalism, supportive, assertive and must be a team player.
Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to function well within a team.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and Financial Policies and Practices.
Demonstrate basic computer literacy.
Job Duties
Manage the practice of all Maternity to ensure highest standard of individual patient care.Provide adequate supervision and mentoring of junior personnel.
Ensure effective utilization and monitoring of all resources according to the institution's cost containment plan.
Facilitate implementation of integrated maternal and child health programmes.
Conduct clinical audits and develop remedial action plans and implementation of such.
Ensure accurate collation, analysis, and verification of monthly data within the unit and participate in data management meetings.
Participate and oversee development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures, and guidelines for MNCWH (TB, Nutrition, FP, MBFI, PMTCT, Mom-connect, ESMOE, KMC, and CARMMA).
Ensure implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of EPMDS in the unit.
Work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
Participate, co-ordinate, and conduct Perinatal and Child Mortality meetings.
Ensure compilation and timeous submission of relevant reports.
Provide effective, adequate leadership and supervision of all sub-units in the subcomponent (ANC, Labour, and Post Natal Care).
Improve quality of care by reducing public complaints and waiting times, implement and monitor National Core Standards.
Monitor infection control measures in the unit.
Participate in outreach, preventive, and promotive programmes within the community.
