About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking an Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty: Operating) to join the esteemed team at Groote Schuur Hospital in Observatory, Cape Town. This pivotal role focuses on providing innovative leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality nursing care within the Operating Theatre department, which is crucial for upholding the health and well-being of the community. By coordinating nursing efforts and implementing policies that align with the strategic goals of the Nursing Division, you will play a key role in enhancing healthcare services in South Africa.
Groote Schuur Hospital is renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care and medical education. As an Operational Manager, your contributions will directly impact the lives of patients and staff alike, fostering an environment where both can thrive. Your leadership will not only support the operational goals of the hospital but also inspire nursing staff to achieve their professional best.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and improving the health of all citizens. With a mission to provide healthcare services that are accessible and of high quality, the department plays a vital role in the public service landscape. Working in this department means being part of a team that is committed to making a significant difference in the health sector, ensuring that every South African has access to essential healthcare services.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and coordinate nursing activities within the Operating Theatre to ensure high-quality care.
- Formulate, monitor, and implement nursing policies and guidelines.
- Manage human, material, and financial resources effectively.
- Oversee staff performance, training, and personal development.
- Collect and utilise data to enhance service delivery and support nursing research.
- Act as a deputy for the Assistant Manager: Nursing when required.
- Participate in night duties and allocate shifts as necessary.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre or a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Minimum 9 years of relevant nursing experience after registration, with at least 5 years in the specialty after obtaining the post-basic qualification.
- Ability to perform after-hours, weekend, and public holiday duties.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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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.
A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with SANC, in terms of R212 in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) plus that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Peri Operative Nursing.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
Experience: A minimum 9 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 5 of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the one year post basic qualification as mentioned above.
Inherent Requirements of the job: Perform after-hour, weekend, and Public Holiday duties for the department.
Job Duties
Provide innovative leadership in the allocated area to realise the strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division.Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the relevant department.
Participate in formulation, monitoring and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, procedures and regulations pertaining to nursing care within the relevant Department.
Provide effective support and management of human, material and financial resources, as well as Functional Business FBU management principles.
Manage staff performance, training and personal development of self and subordinates including management of underperformance and grievances.
Collect, provide and use relevant information for the enhancement of service delivery, including participation in and encouragement of nursing research.
Deputizing for Assistant Manager: Nursing.
Night duty allocation as required by department.
