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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.
 
Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1: General (Postnatal, Neonatal Low Care & KMC, incl. TOP services
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RHS34/2024
  Worcester Regional Hospital
 
Experience:
A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
 
Requirements Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing and midwifery) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Flexibility to perform after-hour and weekend standby duties for the hospital. Willingness to work both day/night shifts, act on behalf of supervisor and/or another member of the nurse management team. Willingness to undergo the required training as prescribed in terms of the Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1996.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Managerial and leadership skills and values aligned with the WCG values: integrity; innovative visionary; catalyst for change; self-awareness and confidence; delegation; critical thinking; accountability; problem solving and decision making. Clinical Governance, staff empowerment and development. Human Resource and Financial Management – including computer literacy [MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook]. Knowledge in general nursing, infection prevention and control and quality assurance. Knowledge in midwifery, neonatology, and TOP. Knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to labour relationships, nursing legislation, related legal and ethical and evidence-based nursing practices, relevant public sector policies and protocols.
 
Enquiries:
Ms VE Rulumeni, tel. no. (023) 348-1496
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be required to do a practical test and will be subjected to a Competency Assessment.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Responsible for the coordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the Postnatal unit which includes gynaecology, TOP, neonatal low care and KMC services and related OPD areas. Development, monitoring and implementation of evidence based WCG/SANC/facility policies, guidelines, standards, procedures, and regulations within nursing. Management of human, physical and financial resources – incl. staff performance, overtime, skills development, labour relations and bed management. Effective and efficient functional business unit management – incl. risk management, information management to enhance service delivery and quality patient care.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 520 560 - 596 322 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/13/2024 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: 10/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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