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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 (Speciality: Neuro D Ward)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS83/2025
  Stikland Hospital,
 
Experience:
A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the above experience must be in psychiatry after obtaining the 1-year qualification in Advanced Psychiatry Nursing Science.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Psychiatry Nursing Science in terms of R212.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (Ms Word, Excel and Power Point).
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Current Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in Psychiatry.
 
Enquiries:
Ms S Fredericks, tel.no. (021) 940 4424
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for other similar posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide leadership, supervision, planning, direction and control for the provision of improved patient centred care in a psychiatric ward. Implement an efficient and effective quality improvement programme. Implement an effective and efficient Resource management (human, health technology, financial and facility) plan. Overall Management of the nursing component, including students, ward clerk and household support. Implement an effective and efficient clinical practice in a specialised psychiatric ward. Manage infection control, development and training programmes for nursing and related staff. Provide support to the Deputy Manager Nursing office.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work shifts, after hours, public holidays, day or night and standby duties. A valid drivers’ licence.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 656 964 per annum - R 748 683 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
2/28/2025 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: 3/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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