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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: Ward C Spinal Rehabilitation)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS59/2025
  Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre
 
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 SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing (General).
 
Note:
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 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 on health professionals 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.Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualification will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualification within a predetermined period of time. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Director: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
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 Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing (General).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide optimal, holistic specialised nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework. Effective utilisation of human, financial and physical resources (equipment and consumables). Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development, compliance to professional, legal and ethical regulations governing nursing practice. Ensure efficient and accurate documentation, statistical data collection capturing and participation in research activities. Liaise, advise and effectively communicate with the relevant internal and external stakeholders for continuity of client care.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Sound knowledge and understanding of nursing and health service-related acts, legislation, policies and practices. Problem solving report writing, liaison and facilitation skills. Basic computer skills in MS package. Ability to lift and turn patients. Ability to think and function independently and to work in a multidisciplinary team.
 
Enquiries:
Sr Burgess, tel. no. (021) 370 2412
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Willingness to work shifts and after-hours including weekends, public holidays and night duty.
 
 
 
 
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:
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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