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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 Emergency)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS155/2021
  False Bay Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Requirements:
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 one year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency.
 
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 without the required post-basic qualifications can only be appointed if no suitable candidates with the required educational qualifications could not be found. “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 with their job application/on appointment. 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)
 
Registration with a professional council:
Current registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of policies and legislation regarding Trauma/Emergency/Critical Care Services and the ability to implement it. Leadership and interpersonal skills. Computer skills.
 
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 speciality after obtaining the 1 year post-basic nursing qualification in the relevant speciality as mentioned above.
 
Enquiries:
Ms B Tyutu tel. no. (021) 782-1121/5206
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provide and supervise holistic Institutional nursing care regarding the identification of nursing care needs, the planning and implementation of nursing care plans. Direct and educate members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding nursing programs and regulate/co-ordinate the execution of the program in conjunction with the unit manager. Ensure overall quality of the nursing care is facilitated cost effectively, efficiently and equitable whilst at the same time ensuring compliance to the requirements of professional an ethical practice. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development, compliance to professional, legal and ethical regulations governing nursing practice.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Willingness to work shifts and after-hours (weekends, public holidays and nigh duty).
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 383 226 - R 444 276 (PN-B1) per annum, Grade 2: R 471 333 - R 579 696 (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:
9/3/2021 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: 10/1/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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