About the Role
The Valkenburg Hospital is seeking a motivated and experienced Operational Manager Nursing with a specialty in Psychiatry. This vital role is based in Cape Town, where you will be contributing to the health and well-being of the community. As an Operational Manager, you will ensure that the highest standards of patient care are maintained while effectively managing the nursing team. Your leadership will play a critical part in fostering a collaborative work environment, which is essential for the delivery of quality healthcare services.
This position is not just about managing staff and resources; it’s about making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. By adhering to the Mental Health Care Act and other legislative requirements, you will be championing the rights and needs of individuals in psychiatric care. Your role will help shape the standards and practices that guide nursing within the hospital, ensuring that every patient receives compassionate and competent care.
About the Department
Valkenburg Hospital, part of the Department of Health, is dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services. Its mission is to promote mental well-being and offer support to individuals facing mental health challenges. Working in this department means being a part of a team that is committed to improving the lives of patients while also supporting the development of healthcare professionals. You will find purpose and fulfillment in contributing to an environment that prioritizes mental health awareness and advocacy.
What You’ll Do
- Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Care Act and relevant legislation.
- Manage the hospital ward effectively during after-hours, weekends, and public holidays.
- Foster positive working relationships among all staff members.
- Monitor and optimize the use of human, financial, and physical resources in line with departmental policies.
- Coordinate training and development programs for nursing staff and students.
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines and procedures.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent, allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science or a 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- A minimum of 9 years of relevant nursing experience, including at least 5 years in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB).
- Strong leadership, communication, and basic financial management skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) 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 the SANC in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science (R212).
OR a 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Mental Health Nursing.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science after obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science(R212) or a post-graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Mental Health Nursing.
Inherent requirements of the job: Work night duty on a planned schedule to relief the night manager.
A Valid (Code B/ EB) driver’s licence.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of legal framework and regulations regarding nursing practice.
Good leadership and people management skills, maintain constructive relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Computer literacy.
Basic financial management skills.
The ability to communicate (verbal and written).
Job Duties
Ensure adherence to MHCA prescripts and other legislation.Effective management of the ward, hospital after hours, over weekends and public holidays on a planned basis and maintain good working relationships amongst all members of staff.
Manage and monitor the effective utilisation of human, financial and physical resources as per departmental policies.
Co- ordinate and actively participate in focused training and development of permanent staff and nursing students according to development plan.
Participate in analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures.
