About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Professional Nurse Grade 1 with a specialization in Advanced Midwifery to join their team at Mapulaneng Hospital in the Ehlanzeni District. This role is pivotal in delivering holistic and specialized nursing care that meets the set standards within a professional and legal framework. By providing comprehensive health care services in the Advanced Midwifery Unit, you will be making a significant difference in the lives of mothers and newborns in your community, ensuring quality patient care that adheres to strict norms and standards.
In this position, you will not only be responsible for direct patient care but also play a vital role in supervising nursing staff, implementing patient care standards, and participating in quality improvement programs. Your contribution will extend to ensuring compliance with Infection Prevention and Control policies, thereby enhancing the overall health services provided to the community. This role is ideal for a compassionate and skilled nurse looking to make a lasting impact in public service while working closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to delivering quality health services to all South Africans, focusing on improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare. The department’s mission is to create a healthier South Africa by promoting health and wellness, preventing disease, and providing comprehensive health services. Working here means you will be part of a larger vision to enhance the well-being of communities, making your role in advanced midwifery not only essential but also incredibly fulfilling.
What You’ll Do
- Provide optimal, holistic specialized nursing care in the Advanced Midwifery Unit.
- Manage resources effectively to ensure quality patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement programs and supervise nursing staff.
- Ensure compliance with statutory laws governing nursing practice and health care.
- Foster constructive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Report on patient safety incidences and challenges within the unit.
- Adhere to Batho-Pele Principles and the Patient’s Right Charter.
- Ensure that nursing equipment is functional and ready for use.
- Plan and organize work for effective patient management.
- Contribute to staff development and performance management initiatives.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (Diploma/Degree in General Nursing).
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science, recognized by the SANC.
- A minimum of four years of experience as a Professional Nurse post-registration with the SANC.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to function independently and prioritize work effectively.
- Excellent supervisory and teaching abilities.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 qualification or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e.
Diploma / Degree in General Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwifery (2026), a post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R212 specialty in Advanced Midwifery Nursing Science.
Grade 1: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC.
Grade 2: A minimum of fourteen (14) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing.
At least ten (10) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post basic qualification in Advanced Midwifery.
Ability to function independently and to prioritize work.
Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Good supervisory and teaching skills.
Job Duties
Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework.Provide comprehensive health care services in the Advanced Midwifery Unit.
Ensure effective and efficient 154 management of resources.
Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards.
Participate in quality improvement programs.
Supervise and implement patient care standards.
Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labor and health care.
Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stake holders.
Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies.
Ensure that the equipment is functional and ready all the time.
Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols.
Able to plan and organize your own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care.
Participate in staff development and performance management.
Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit.
Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with people of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences.
Ensure adherence to Batho - Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter.
