About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General: Female) for the Mossel Bay Hospital, located in the beautiful coastal town of Mossel Bay, Western Cape. In this role, you will be an essential part of the healthcare team, providing high-quality nursing services and patient care that directly impacts the lives of community members. Your expertise will not only ensure the implementation of clinical practices but also enhance the overall health standards within the public service sector.
As a Professional Nurse, you will be responsible for providing direction and supervision in nursing practices while maintaining constructive relationships with other healthcare professionals. Your commitment to quality care and adherence to nursing laws and regulations will be vital in fostering a healthy environment for patients and staff alike. This role matters significantly, as it contributes to the wellbeing of the community and supports the broader mission of public health in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of South Africans by providing access to quality healthcare services. With a mission to enhance the health status of all citizens, the department focuses on improving health systems, establishing health policies, and ensuring the availability of essential health services. Working here means being part of a transformative effort to uplift communities and make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families.
What You’ll Do
- Provide guidance and supervision for the implementation of nursing care plans.
- Ensure compliance with standards, practices, and regulations in nursing and healthcare.
- Maintain effective relationships with fellow nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Efficiently utilize resources in delivering patient care.
- Participate in training, development, and research initiatives within the nursing department.
- Offer support to various nursing services as required.
What You’ll Need
- Basic R425 qualification or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
- Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years of relevant nursing experience post-registration.
- For Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years of relevant nursing experience post-registration.
- Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office) and excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of nursing practices and infection prevention and control measures.
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 shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends.
Willingness to rotate to other wards in the hospital.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic Computer literacy (MS Office).
Ability to function independently, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
Knowledge of nursing practices and Infection Prevention and Control measures.
Job Duties
Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice or patient care).Implement standards, practices, criteria, and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice).
Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing and health care.
Maintain constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders.
Utilise human, material, and physical resources efficiently and effectively.
Participate in training, development and research within the nursing department.
Provision of support to nursing services.
