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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: Obstetrics) (Labor Beds)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS244/2024
  Mitchell's Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
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 Professional Nurse and Midwife. A Post basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Sciences.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Ensure quality patient care regarding the identification of Nursing care needs, the planning and implementation of nursing care plans and the education of Nursing personnel as a Professional Nurse in an Obstetric service. Render and supervise specialised clinical Nursing care and support clinical staff with surgical and medical procedures. 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 practicing within the legislation, regulations and protocols applicable to the public service. Maintain and promote professional growth/ethical standards and development of self and others.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal, planning and organisational skills. Computer literacy (MS Office).
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A Minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
 
Enquiries:
Mr R. Geswindt. Tel. no. 021 377 4410
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. “Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualifications will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualifications 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 Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Sciences. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willing to work shifts, day- night duty, and public holidays.
 
 
 
 
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:
11/1/2024 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: 11/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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