Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) 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 SANC, in terms of R212 in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre Or A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Peri Operative Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. 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 as 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 qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre. Or A post graduate diploma accredited with the SANC in Peri Operative Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to assist in other units within the Maternity Block during emergencies. Willingness to work shifts, public holidays, after hours, night duty and weekend cover for nursing. 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 Word, Excel, Outlook and use of Internet. Ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy equipment.
Duties
Provide an optimal, holistic, specialised Nursing Care within set standards and within a professional, legal framework as a Professional Nurse in Operating Theatre – Maternity. Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Practice within the realms of IPC,OHAS, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, GSH hospital protocols, procedures and policies. Participate in research and training and development.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum
Location
Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
How to Apply
Ms G Williams Tel No: (021) 404-4257
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Apply Before:
28 September 2026
Reference No:
Additional Information
No payment of any kind is required when applying for these posts. 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
