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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: Trauma and Emergencies)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS325/2024
  Mitchell's Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Inherent Requirements of the Job:
Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational requirements. Ability to work under pressure and in a multi-disciplinary team context.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to function/ make decisions independently ad as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good communication, interpersonal, leadership and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of major incident disaster plan. Computer skills (MS Office).
 
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/ Accoucheur. Post basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least one year in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Critical Care Nursing: General.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional nurse with the SANC in General Nursing Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional nurse with the SANC in general nursing. At least 10 years of the above periods must be appropriate / recognizable experience in the specialty after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing: Critical Care: Trauma and Emergency or Critical Care Nursing: General.
 
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 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 a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status) The pool of applicants will be considered for similar posts within the Department for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/ practical and oral assessment.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
Provide safe and comprehensive care delivered to patients in trauma and emergency unit. Provision of optimal, holistic specialized care with set standards within professional/legal framework. Ensure adherence to the principles of IPC practices in the trauma and emergency unit. Ensure accurate record keeping for statistical and legal purposes. Support and supervise students and subordinates in trauma and emergency. Effective utilization of human, material and physical resources.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/Accoucheur.
 
 
 
 
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:
12/6/2024 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: 12/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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