About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 for the Asla Clinic located in Mossel Bay Sub-district. This role is integral to providing high-quality comprehensive nursing care within the Primary Health Care context. As a Professional Nurse, you will play a vital role in promoting health, preventing illness, and caring for patients within your community, ensuring that they receive the best possible support and treatment. Your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in the Mossel Bay area, enhancing the overall health standards of the community.
Engaging in this position not only provides a rewarding career in public service but also allows you to work closely with a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for those in need. The Asla Clinic serves as a cornerstone for health services in the region, and your expertise will directly impact the effectiveness of care provided. This job is more than just a position—it’s an opportunity to give back to the community and be part of a larger mission to enhance public health in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing accessible, equitable, and efficient health services to all South Africans. Its mission encompasses promoting health, preventing illness, and ensuring that healthcare is delivered in a manner that respects the dignity of every individual. Working within this department means being part of a dynamic team focused on improving health outcomes and making a real difference in people’s lives.
The Department of Health plays a crucial role in shaping health policies and implementing programs that address the healthcare needs of the population. As a member of this team, you will contribute to initiatives that promote wellness and support the health infrastructure that underpins the public service in South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Provide direction and supervision for the delivery of quality nursing care in a primary health context
- Maintain ethical practice within legal and regulatory frameworks
- Foster constructive working relationships with all stakeholders in the Primary Health Care Team
- Efficiently utilize human, material, and physical resources
- Participate in training programs and research activities to enhance healthcare delivery
- Maintain workplace discipline among subordinates
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse
- OR A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC
- Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse
- For Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in nursing after SANC registration
- For Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in nursing after SANC registration
- Willingness to work overtime and a valid driver’s license for mobile clinic duties
- Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills
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.
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.
Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: None.
Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work overtime when needed.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive a mobile clinic vehicle.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Planning and organisational Skills.
Self- discipline and motivation.
The ability to function independently under pressure.
Good communication skills.
Job Duties
Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of quality comprehensive nursing care within the Primary Health Care context.Maintain ethical practise within legal and regulatory frameworks.
Maintain a constructive working relationship with all relevant stakeholders of the Primary Health Care Team.
Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
Participate in training programmes and research activities.
Maintain workplace disciplinary of sub-ordinates.
