Requirements
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. Registration with the Professions Council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Assist with after-hour, night duty and weekend duties as per Nursing Management allocations in the hospital, when required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Principles of Management: Supervisory, leadership, problem solving decision making, public speaking, conflict resolution and interpersonal/communication skills, the ability to function independently as well as part of the multi-disciplinary team and have Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure. Knowledge of Nursing legislation related legal and ethical nursing practices and framework. Human Resources, Labour relations legislation and Financial Management, including computer literacy (i.e. Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Duties
Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of within the relevant departments, participation and implementation of audits and planned improvement initiatives. Participate in formulation, monitoring and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, procedures and regulations pertaining to nursing care within the relevant Department. Provide effective support, perform nightshift duties as required, management of human, material and financial resources, as well as the Functional Business FBU management principles. Manage staff performance, training and personal development of self and subordinates including management of underperformance and grievances. Collect, provide and use relevant information for the enhancement of service delivery, including participation in and encouragement of nursing research. Maintain ethical standards and promote professional development.
Salary
R549 192 per annum
Where
Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
Closing Date
31 October 2025
Applications
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Enquiries
Ms A Moodley Tel No: (021) 404-2115