About the Role
The Clanwilliam Hospital, located in the serene Cederberg Sub-District, is seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2, specializing in Maternity. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of providing high-quality, holistic, and specialized nursing care within a professional and legal framework. Your expertise will directly impact the health and well-being of mothers and newborns in the community, ensuring that they receive the best possible care during one of the most important times in their lives.
This position is not just a job; it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in Clanwilliam and beyond. By joining the dedicated team at Clanwilliam Hospital, you will be contributing to the public service sector, embodying the values of compassion, professionalism, and excellence in healthcare. Your role is essential to fostering a healthy environment for new life and supporting the community in their health journeys.
About the Department
Clanwilliam Hospital is committed to delivering comprehensive healthcare services to the local community. The hospital aims to provide quality medical care while promoting health education and wellness initiatives. Working within this department means being part of a dedicated team that strives to uplift community health standards and ensure that every individual receives the care they deserve. The mission of the hospital aligns with the broader goals of the Department of Health, focusing on improving health outcomes and access to healthcare services for all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality nursing care to mothers and newborns in the maternity section.
- Ensure adherence to professional and legal standards in all nursing practices.
- Effectively manage human, financial, and material resources within the maternity unit.
- Participate in the training of nursing staff and contribute to ongoing research initiatives.
- Support nursing services in maintaining ethical standards and professional growth.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- A minimum of 4 years of nursing experience for Grade 1, or 14 years for Grade 2, after SANC registration.
- At least 10 years of relevant specialty experience after obtaining a post-basic qualification in Midwifery.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Competency in computer literacy (MS Word and Excel) and knowledge of recordkeeping procedures.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e.
diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) 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 Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing 290 Science (R212) OR A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R 1497 or 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 Midwifery.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent requirements of the job: Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literate (MS Word and Excel) and knowledge of recordkeeping procedures.
Ability to accept accountability and responsibility and to work independently and unsupervised.
Job Duties
Provision of high quality, holistic and specialized Nursing care within set standards and within Professional / legal framework in a specialized Maternity section.Effective utilization of Human, financial and material resources.
Participation in training and research.
Provision of support to Nursing Services.
Maintain professional growth/ ethical standards and self-development.
