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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Psychiatry) (2 posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RHS21/2023
  George Regional Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
 
Requirements:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science.
 
Note:
Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualification will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualification within a predetermined period of time. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification in: Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science with the South African Nursing Council.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Skills to plan, organise and coordinate the service by analysing, problem solving and decision making. Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Mental health unit
 
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 in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty.
 
Enquiries:
Ms L K de Goede tel. no. (044) 802-4352
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Proof of current annual registration with SANC.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Use expert knowledge and skills to ensure quality appropriate patient care are met and delivered by the nursing and clinical team including identification and prevention of risks. Participate in quality improvement implementation by providing effective direction, supervision and education of nursing personnel as a Professional Nurse in a Mental Health service Support the unit manager/Operational manager in the co-ordination, organising and control over the activities, personnel, equipment, and stores in the unit to utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Maintain professionalism and the display of core values of the Department of Health WCG in the execution of duties, while practising within the legislation, regulations and protocols applicable to the public service.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational requirements.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 431 265 (PN-B1) -R 497 193 per annum, Grade 2: R 528 696 (PN-B2)- R 645 720 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
5/5/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 5/26/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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