About the Role
The Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is currently seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Staff Nurse. Located in Mobeni, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive the basic nursing care they need for recovery and well-being. As a Staff Nurse, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering quality patient care, making a tangible impact on the lives of those in your community. This role is essential in upholding the dignity, hygiene, and safety of patients, allowing them to feel comfortable and cared for during their stay.
In this vital position, you will provide support to Professional Nurses by assisting with patient care and nursing procedures. Your keen observational skills will be essential as you monitor changes in patients’ conditions and communicate these to your supervising nurses. Working in shifts, including nights and weekends, you will adapt to the dynamic environment of the hospital, ensuring that every patient receives continuous and compassionate care.
About the Department
Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Its mission is to enhance public health by ensuring access to quality medical care while promoting patient rights and safety. By joining this esteemed institution, you become part of a larger commitment to serve South Africa through public health initiatives and patient-centered care.
What You’ll Do
- Provide basic nursing care to patients in line with your scope of practice.
- Assist Professional Nurses with various patient care and nursing procedures.
- Maintain patient hygiene, comfort, dignity, and safety throughout their stay.
- Observe and report any changes in patients’ conditions to the Professional Nurse.
- Aid in the admission, transfer, and discharge processes for patients.
- Keep accurate patient records and reports to ensure continuity of care.
- Ensure compliance with Infection Prevention and Control guidelines and Occupational Health and Safety practices.
- Participate in the education of patients and staff as directed.
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care.
- Uphold professional growth by adhering to ethical standards and the relevant Code of Conduct.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 Certificate.
- Enrolled Nurse Certificate.
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Staff Nurse.
- For Experience Grade 1: No experience required.
- For Experience Grade 2: At least 10 years of relevant nursing experience post-registration with SANC.
- For Experience Grade 3: At least 20 years of relevant nursing experience post-registration with SANC.
- Knowledge of Public Service policies, Acts, and the Patients’ Rights Charter.
- Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Skills to observe and report changes in patients’ conditions accurately.
How to Apply
Applications to be forwarded to The Human Resource Manager or hand-delivered to the A-Block 1st Floor white applications box at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital.
Requirements
Grade 12 Certificate.Enrolled Nurse Certificate.
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) 2026 as a Staff Nurse.
Experience Grade 1: None.
Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.
Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.
189 Knowledge, Skills Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Public Service policies, Acts, Regulations, Code of Conduct, Labour Relations Act, Batho Pele principles and Patients' Rights Charter.
Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations.
Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures.
Good communication, writing and interpersonal skills.
Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to provide basic nursing care within the scope of practice.
Ability to observe, identify and report changes in patients' conditions.
Ability to maintain accurate nursing records and reports.
Job Duties
Provide basic nursing care to patients in accordance with the scope of practice.Assist Professional Nurses with patient care and nursing procedures.
Maintain patient hygiene, comfort, dignity and safety.
Observe and report changes in patients' conditions to the Professional Nurse.
Assist with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
Maintain accurate patient records and reports.
Ensure compliance with Infection Prevention and Control and Occupational Health and Safety practices.
Assist with the effective utilisation resources.
Participate in patient and staff education as directed.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.
Maintain professional growth and comply with ethical standards and the relevant Code of Conduct.
NB: Must be prepared to work shifts as per allocation; this includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.
The successful candidate may be required to rotate to or be deployed to other nursing components within the institution as and when operationally required.
