About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 in the Psychogeriatric Ward at Alexandra Hospital, located in Johannesburg, South Africa. This position is crucial for enhancing the quality of care provided to elderly patients with psychiatric needs. By joining this team, you will play a significant role in the community, offering compassion and professional nursing care to some of the most vulnerable individuals. Your commitment to their well-being shapes not only their recovery but also uplifts the community’s health standards.
In this dynamic environment, you will be responsible for developing and implementing patient care plans while ensuring that basic clinical nursing care is provided effectively. The role requires a willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends, allowing you to be part of a team that operates around the clock to meet the needs of patients. Your contributions will help maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth within the nursing field, making this an inspiring opportunity for anyone passionate about public service.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of South Africans through comprehensive healthcare services. Its mission encompasses promoting health, preventing illnesses, and providing quality care to all citizens, ensuring equitable access to healthcare resources. Working within this department means being part of a collective effort to enhance public health, making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities across South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement basic patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provide essential clinical nursing care with compassion and professionalism.
- Utilize physical and financial resources effectively to enhance patient care.
- Maintain high standards of professional growth and ethical nursing practices.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams and assist in various departments as needed.
What You’ll Need
- A qualification that enables registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
- Current registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant nursing experience post-registration.
- For Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ relevant nursing experience post-registration.
- Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Good communication skills and the ability to build interpersonal relationships.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Western Cape Department of 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: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
Experience: Grade 1: None.
Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, and public holidays to meet the operational requirements.
Must be prepared to assist in all departments according to operational requirements.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication and interpersonal relationships.
Basic computer skills in 305 MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.
Job Duties
Development and implementation of basic patient care plans.Provide basic clinical nursing care.
Effective utilisation of physical and financial resources.
Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
