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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: Operating Theatre)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RHS78/2024
  Paarl Hospital
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425(Degree/Diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre.
 
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 the specific speciality clinical area. Render and supervise specialized clinical nursing care and support clinical staff with procedures within the specific clinical speciality unit. Utilise human, material and physical resources and development of self and others. Display core values of the Department of Health and Wellness (WCG)on the execution of duties, while practicing 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 with the SANC as Professional Nurse 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 the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty.
 
Enquiries:
Ms E Smith at Tel: 021 860 2839 or Emily.Smith@westerncape.gov.za
 
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 Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within Groote Schuur Hospital for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
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).
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends to meet the operational requirements.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 451 533 (PN-B1)- R 530 376 per annum, Grade 2: R 553 545 (PN-B2) -R 686 211 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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