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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)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: WCD50/2024
  Cederberg Sub-district: West Coast District
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e diploma / degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. A post-basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Advanced Psychiatry Nursing Science.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal & communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of Community Oriented Primary Care. Computer literacy.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration in nursing with SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the Psychiatry speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Psychiatry.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test. 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 in possessions of the stipulated requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application 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. The 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.
 
Duties (key result areas/ outputs):
Plan, coordinate and facilitate effective and efficient mental health service within the Sub-District following applicable policies and procedures. Provide a comprehensive mental service and liaising with all relevant role-players. Monitoring and evaluation of services indicators and outcomes to ensure quality. Support and provide capacity building to staff. Promote community awareness, development and participation and identifying of mental health problems.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Enquiries:
Sr M Sandt, tel. no. (027) 482 1484
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and the willingness to travel.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 451 533 - R 530 376 (PN-B1) per annum - Grade 2: R 553 545 - R 686 211 (PN-B2) per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
8/30/2024 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: 9/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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