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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 Nursing: High Care Unit)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RHS48/2024
  Paarl Regional Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
 
Note:
“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: Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar posts within the Department for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Enquiries:
AL Solomons at Tel: 021 8602504 or anthea.solomons@westerncape.gov.za
 
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
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. Post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
Ensure quality patient care regarding the identification of nursing needs, the planning & implementation of nursing care plans and the education of nursing personal as Professional Nurse in High Care Unit department. Render and supervise specialized clinical nursing care and support staff with surgical and medical procedures. Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Maintain & promote professional growth/ethical standards and development of self and others. Display of core values of the Department of Health & Wellness in the WCH. In the execution of duties, while practising within the legislation, regulations and protocols applicable to the public service.
 
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 the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic nursing qualification in the relevant specialty as mentioned above.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registered with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid Code (B/EB) driver’s license. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook). Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Skills to plan organise and the service by analysing, problem, problem solving and decision making. Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of Intesive and High Care Unit. Ability to function independantly , as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care. Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal).Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends.
 
 
 
 
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:
11/22/2024 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: 12/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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