About the Role
The Professional Nurse Grade 1/2 for the Specialty Stream at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital plays a vital role in providing holistic and specialized nursing care within the Operating Theatre. Located in the vibrant community of Mobeni, this position is essential for ensuring that patients receive the highest standards of medical attention. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the well-being of the community by delivering compassionate care that adheres to both professional and legal frameworks, thereby fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families.
This role is not just a job; it’s a commitment to making a difference in people’s lives. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be instrumental in advocating for proper treatment and care, actively responding to patient needs, and maintaining ethical standards within the nursing profession. Your work will directly impact the quality of healthcare services provided at the hospital, making this position both rewarding and essential for public service in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting health and well-being for all South Africans. It strives to provide accessible, equitable, and quality healthcare services, ensuring that every citizen has the opportunity to live a healthy life. Working within this department means being part of a dynamic team committed to improving healthcare outcomes and advancing public health initiatives across the country.
Joining the Department of Health means not only contributing to the healthcare system but also participating in a mission that aims to empower communities and enhance the quality of life for individuals. Your role as a Professional Nurse will be pivotal in achieving these goals.
What You’ll Do
- Provide optimal and holistic nursing care in the Operating Theatre.
- Participate in the effective utilization of resources and support nursing services.
- Engage in training, research, and professional development activities.
- Advocate for patient care and respond to their needs and expectations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cost-effective and efficient nursing care.
- Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions as assigned.
- Act as a shift leader when required, managing both day and night shifts.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (Degree/Diploma) in nursing or equivalent, allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse with Midwifery.
- A post-basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science, accredited with the SANC.
- For Grade 1: Minimum of 4 years of experience in nursing after registration with the SANC in General Nursing.
- For Grade 2: Minimum of 14 years of experience in nursing after registration with the SANC in General Nursing, with at least 10 years in Operating Theatre Nursing Science.
- Strong understanding of nursing legislation and ethical practices.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with patients and team members.
- Basic computer literacy to support service delivery.
- Ability to plan and organize work effectively.
How to Apply
Applications to be forwarded to the Human Resource Manager or hand-delivered to A-Block 1st Floor white applications box at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital.
Requirements
Basic R425 qualification(i.e.
Degree/Diploma)in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council(SANC) as a “Professional Nurse” with Midwifery A post basic qualification in ‘Operating Theatre Nursing Science’, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC Certificates of Registration with the SANC (General Nursing and Midwifery) Current registration with the SANC (2026) Experience Grade 1: a minimum of 4 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Experience Grade 2: a minimum of 14 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience in the specific specialty (i.
e.
Operating Theatre Nursing Science’) after obtaining the 1- year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty.
Knowledge, Skills Training and Competencies Required: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.
Possess communication skills for dealing with patients, supervisors and other members of the multidisciplinary team, including the writing of reports when required.
Good human relations, displaying a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care, including a willingness and awareness to respond to patients' needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele).
Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices.
Demonstrate basic computer literacy as a support tool to enhance service delivery.
Ability to plan and organise own work, time and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care in the unit.
Demonstrate knowledge of peri-operative nursing care and practices.
Job Duties
Provision of optimal, holistic specialised nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework in the Operating Theatre.Effective utilisation of resources.
Participation in training and research.
Provision of support to nursing services and multidisciplinary theatre teams.
Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.
Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care, including awareness and willingness to respond to patient needs, requirements and expectations.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care that is cost-effective, equitable and efficient.
Attend meetings, workshops and training programmes as assigned by the supervisor.
Assist with relief duties of the supervisor and act as a shift leader on both day and night when necessary.
NB: Must be prepared to work shift as per allocation; includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.
