About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking to fill the position of Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 with a specialty in Mental Health at Valkenberg Hospital in Cape Town. This role is vital in providing holistic and specialized psychiatric nursing care that adheres to established standards and legal frameworks. By joining this dedicated team, you will play a crucial part in enhancing the mental health services available to the local community, thereby making a tangible difference in the lives of those requiring psychiatric support.
Working at Valkenberg Hospital, you will be immersed in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and development. The commitment to quality care and continuous improvement within the hospital is evident, as the team strives to utilize resources effectively while participating in research and quality improvement initiatives. Your expertise will not only contribute to the operational success of the hospital but also to the overall well-being of the patients in your care.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. With a mission to provide comprehensive healthcare services, the department emphasizes the importance of mental health care as a fundamental aspect of overall health. By joining this team, you will be part of a larger effort to improve public health standards and ensure that healthcare services are accessible and effective.
The department’s focus on community mental health and its support systems highlights the significance of mental wellness in society. Working here means contributing to impactful health initiatives that resonate throughout the community, paving the way for a healthier, more informed populace.
What You’ll Do
- Provide specialized psychiatric nursing care in accordance with professional and legal standards.
- Utilize human, financial, and physical resources effectively for optimal patient care.
- Engage in personal and professional development activities, including mentoring students and staff.
- Ensure accurate documentation and participate in statistical data collection and research activities.
- Assist in creating and implementing nursing quality improvement plans and standard operating procedures.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with SANC.
- A post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science or a 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Relevant nursing experience: 4 years for Grade 1; 14 years for Grade 2, including specialty experience.
- Knowledge of Community Mental Health at the Primary Health Care level.
- Good interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills, alongside computer literacy.
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 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 SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/ recognisable 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/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1- year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent Requirements of the job: Willingness to perform shiftwork, rotation in night duty and over weekends/public holidays.
It will be required of the incumbent to rotate within the hospital.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and experience of Community Mental Health at PHC level.
Good interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills.
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel & Outlook) Knowledge of the Mental Health Care Act, Child Care Act, Nursing Act and other relevant legislation.
Job Duties
Provide optimal, holistic specialized psychiatric nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework.Effective utilization of human, financial and physical resources (equipment and consumables).
Participation in appropriate personal /professional development activities: Self, students, other categories of staff.
Ensure efficient and accurate documentation, statistical data collection capturing and participation in research activities.
Assist with the development and the implementation of nursing quality improvement plans, policies and standard operating procedures.
