About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals for the role of Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Maternity) at Tygerberg Hospital, located in Parow Valley, just outside Cape Town. This position is more than a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact in the community by providing essential nursing care to mothers and newborns during their most critical times. As a Professional Nurse, you will play a vital role in ensuring quality patient care through the identification of nursing needs, planning, and implementing care plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
In this role, you will be working alongside a committed team of healthcare professionals who are focused on delivering high-quality services to their patients. Your expertise will not only benefit individuals but will also uplift families and contribute to the overall health of the community. By joining the Department of Health, you are stepping into a role that embodies the spirit of public service in South Africa, where your skills and compassion can truly change lives.
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 accessible, equitable, and quality healthcare, the department focuses on a range of services including maternal and child health, disease prevention, and health education. Working here means being part of a large network of professionals who are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all citizens, making your contribution not just a job, but a meaningful vocation.
What You’ll Do
- Provide specialised nursing care to maternity patients, ensuring high standards of practice.
- Identify nursing care needs and develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educate nursing personnel and provide mentorship in the maternity specialty.
- Supervise clinical staff during procedures in the maternity unit.
- Manage resources effectively, including human, material, and physical resources.
- Participate in continuous professional development and support the development of others.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification or equivalent, allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science or a Bachelor Degree in Nursing.
- Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Grade 1: At least 4 years of relevant nursing experience after registration.
- Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years relevant experience, with at least 10 years in the maternity specialty.
- Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
- Strong knowledge of nursing legislation and policies related to public health.
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 duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
Or A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 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 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 relevant speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day & night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational requirements.
Willingness to rotate within the maternity module.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing within the Department of Health Western Cape.
Plan, Organize, & Coordinate the service by analysing, problem solving, and decision making.
Leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objective of the speciality clinical department.
Display core values of the 291 Department of Health and Wellness (WCG) on the execution of duties while practicing within the legislation, regulations and protocols applicable to the public service.
Job Duties
Ensure quality patient care regarding the identification of nursing care needs, the planning and implementation of nursing care plans and the education of the nursing personnel as a Professional Nurse in the specific speciality clinical area.Render and supervise specialised clinical nursing care and support clinical staff with procedures within the specific clinical speciality unit.
Utilise human, material and physical resources and develop self and others.
