About the Role
The Operational Manager Nursing (PN-B3) with a specialization in Advanced Midwifery will be a vital part of the healthcare team at Rob Ferreira Hospital, located in the beautiful Ehlanzeni District of Mpumalanga. This role is crucial in providing effective management and professional leadership in the Post Natal Unit, ensuring that mothers and their newborns receive the highest standard of care. Your expertise and dedication will not only enhance the lives of patients but also contribute significantly to the overall health and well-being of the community.
In this role, you will collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, utilizing your advanced midwifery skills and management experience to foster a supportive and efficient environment. The impact of your work extends beyond the hospital walls, as you advocate for proper treatment and care, embodying the principles of Batho Pele, which emphasize the importance of putting patients first. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives within the public service sector in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of all South Africans. It plays a pivotal role in developing health policies, ensuring access to quality healthcare services, and addressing the health challenges faced by communities. Working in this department means being part of a mission that prioritizes public health, equity, and the continuous improvement of healthcare delivery systems. Your role as an Operational Manager Nursing will contribute to this mission, allowing you to influence health outcomes and support ongoing professional development within the nursing community.
What You’ll Do
- Provide effective management and professional leadership in the Post Natal Unit.
- Facilitate effective communication with patients, supervisors, and healthcare professionals.
- Manage and supervise all resources within the unit efficiently.
- Advocate for patient care and ensure adherence to Batho Pele principles.
- Maintain clinical competence and implement nursing and governance principles.
- Oversee the implementation of maternal guidelines and nursing legislation.
- Handle discipline, grievances, and labor-related issues as per established procedures.
- Formulate training programs and participate in the development of nursing staff and students.
- Monitor disaster management and service delivery frameworks.
- Coordinate health promotion activities and evaluate health data.
- Support Nursing Services Management by working weekends and nights as required.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate/Grade 12 and a Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science accredited by the SANC.
- A Diploma/Degree in Nursing Administration and Management.
- A minimum of nine years of appropriate recognisable nursing experience.
- At least five years of experience specific to Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science.
- Three years of management-level experience in nursing.
- Strong knowledge of nursing care processes, statutes, and legal frameworks.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Good interpersonal skills, including public relations and conflict resolution.
- Basic computer literacy to enhance service delivery.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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