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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: RHS54/2021
  George Hospital, Rural Health Services
 
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. Post-basic qualification with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Skills to plan, organise & coordinate the service by analysing, problem solving & decision making. Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Trauma & Emergency Department.
 
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 Trauma & Emergency Nursing science after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above.
 
Enquiries:
Ms LK de Goede tel. no. (044) 802-4352
 
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 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:
Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and proof of current annual registration with SANC for 2021.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Use expert knowledge and skills to ensure quality appropriate patient care are met and delivered by the nursing and clinical team including identification and prevention of risks. Participate in quality improvement implementation by providing effective direction, supervision and education of nursing personnel as a Professional Nurse in a Trauma & Emergency service, according to audits and appropriate data. Support the unit manager/Operational manager (OPM) in the co-ordination, organising and control over the activities, personnel, equipment, and stores in the unit to utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Maintain professionalism and the display of core values of the Department of Health WCG in the execution of duties, while practising within the legislation, regulations and protocols applicable to the public service.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational requirements.
 
 
 
 
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:
9/24/2021 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: 10/22/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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