Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) 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 the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre (R212). OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Perioperative 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 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 Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to work shifts during the day and night, weekends and public holidays and overtime when required by supervisor. Expected to function rotate within the Functional Business Unit of Theatre. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices within a hospital environment. Critical thinking and good interpersonal skills. Excellent clinical skills.
Duties
Provision of optimal, holistic specialised nursing care within the professional, ethical and legal framework and work as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Effective utilisation of all resources. Provide support to Nursing Services ensuring quality productivity. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Participation in training, including mentoring and research.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum
Location
Worcester Regional Hospital
How to Apply
Ms HD O’Rie Tel No: (023) 348-1137
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 this post. 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
