About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty Nursing) at the George Regional Hospital. This vital role is based in George, a picturesque town in the Western Cape, known for its rich natural beauty and close-knit community. As a Professional Nurse, you will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality patient care by identifying nursing care needs, planning and implementing effective nursing care plans, and educating both patients and nursing personnel. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of individuals in the community, making this position deeply rewarding.
In this role, you will be responsible for rendering and supervising specialized mental health nursing care while also supporting clinical staff in operational functions within the unit. The Department of Health values professionals who are committed to maintaining ethical standards and professional growth, and your contributions will help promote these core values. By effectively utilizing human, material, and physical resources, you will assist in fostering a healthcare environment that prioritizes patient well-being and community health.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the citizens of South Africa. Its mission is to enhance the health status of the population through accessible, quality healthcare services that are effective, efficient, and equitable. Working within this department means contributing to a noble cause that resonates with the public service ethos, where your efforts can lead to significant improvements in community health outcomes.
As part of the Department of Health, you will join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of South Africans. The department plays a critical role in addressing various health challenges faced by the community, making it a meaningful and fulfilling place to work.
What You’ll Do
- Ensure quality patient care by identifying nursing care needs and developing care plans.
- Render and supervise specialized mental health nursing care.
- Support clinical staff with operational functions in the nursing unit.
- Efficiently use human, material, and physical resources.
- Maintain professional growth and uphold ethical standards in nursing.
- Participate in the education and development of nursing personnel.
- Ensure accurate documentation and engage in statistical data collection.
- Assist in the development and implementation of nursing quality improvement plans.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Post-basic nursing qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Nephrology or Critical Care Nursing (Adult) accredited with SANC.
- Current annual registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- A minimum of 4 years appropriate experience for Grade 1 or 14 years for Grade 2 in nursing after SANC registration.
- Willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Ability to lift and turn patients, stand for long hours, and handle heavy equipment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 (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 duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in terms of R212 in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Nephrology or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing (Adult).
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 (R635) accredited with the SANC in Critical Care Nursing (Adult) or Nephrology.
Registration with a professional council: Current annual 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 irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.
Willingness to do standby duties and rotate within Nephrology unit.
Ability to lift and turn patients, stand for long hours and lift heavy equipment.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good verbal and written communication skills.
Provide optimal, holistic specialized nephrology 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.
Job Duties
Ensure quality patient care regarding the identification of nursing care needs, the planning & implementation of nursing care plans and the education of nursing personnel.Render and supervise specialised mental health nursing care and support clinical staff with operational functions in the unit.
Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain & promote professional growth/ethical standards and development of self & others.
Display of core values of the Department of Health WCG in the execution of duties.
