About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Neonatal ICU) to join the team at George Regional Hospital. This vital role is not just about providing healthcare; it’s about nurturing the most vulnerable members of our community—newborns requiring specialized care. Located in the picturesque coastal city of George, you will contribute to a healthcare environment that prioritizes holistic, quality health care tailored to the individual needs of patients, families, and the community. Your efforts will directly influence the health outcomes of these newborns and their families, making your role indispensable in the public service sector.
As a Professional Nurse, you will work closely with the Nurse Manager, assisting in supervisory functions and ensuring adherence to ethical standards and professional growth within the team. This position allows you to leverage your nursing skills to provide education, support, and care, thereby fostering a healthier community. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in George and beyond.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to improving the health and well-being of South Africans through accessible, quality healthcare services. It operates under the mandate to provide comprehensive health services, ensuring that every individual receives the care they deserve. Working within this department means being part of a larger mission to enhance public health in the Western Cape, making a significant difference in the lives of many.
What You’ll Do
- Provide holistic, quality healthcare to patients in the Neonatal ICU.
- Educate patients and families on health practices and care options.
- Support the Nurse Manager with staff supervision and management tasks.
- Maintain high ethical standards and professional growth for yourself and team members.
- Utilize human and physical resources effectively to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement care plans.
What You’ll Need
- A Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- A post-basic nursing qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Child, or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- For Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years of appropriate nursing experience post-registration.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years of appropriate nursing experience post-registration, with 10 years in a relevant specialty.
- Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.
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) 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 Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Child.
OR A 4-year bachelor’s 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 in Critical Care Nursing: Child.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as 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 work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, and public holidays to meet the operational requirements.
185 Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.
Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Neonatology Department.
Job Duties
To provide holistic, quality health care and education according to individual needs of patients, family and the community.Effective utilization of Human and Physical Resources.
Support Nurse Manager with Staff Supervisory Function.
Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self- development of self and others.
Display of core values of the Department of Health WCG in the execution of duties.
