Minimum requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing (Basic R171, R174 or R425) or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional / Registered Nurse.
- Current SANC registration to practice as a Professional/Registered Nurse for the relevant year.
- Good communication, report-writing, facilitation, coordination, planning and organisational skills.
- Competency in problem-solving and information management.
Duties & responsibilities
- Provide direction and supervision for implementation of the nursing plan to ensure quality patient care.
- Implement nursing standards, practices, criteria and quality indicators.
- Practice nursing in accordance with relevant laws, regulations and SANC professional standards.
- Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and multi-disciplinary stakeholders.
- Use human, physical and material resources efficiently and effectively.
- Provide complex clinical nursing care where required and act as shift leader when necessary.
- Participate in training, research and continuous professional development activities.
- Be willing to work shifts and be rotated across units as required.
Important application notes
NO payment is required when applying for Gauteng Department of Health posts. The Department reserves the right not to fill advertised posts.
How to apply
All applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal:
Apply online — Professional Nurse Grade 1 (refs/023935)
Required documents & checklist
- Fully completed and signed new Z83 form (download from www.dpsa.gov.za/documents).
- Curriculum Vitae (detailed).
- Certified copies of qualifications and academic records (to be produced if shortlisted; certified copies not older than 6 months where applicable).
- Proof of SANC registration (current registration certificate).
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Service certificates from previous employers (stating occupation and dates).
Selection checks & verification
- Personnel Suitability Checks will be conducted (criminal checks, citizenship, qualification verification, company directorships, social media, financial records and reference checks).
- Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide a SAQA evaluation certificate.
- The recommended candidate may be required to undergo medical surveillance as per OHS Act, and must be prepared for rotations across hospital units including specialised units.
Enquiries & application support
Enquiries: Ms K.A. Kelembe
If you require assistance with online applications, email: healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
Candidate information & timeline
Due to volume of applications, individual acknowledgement may not be possible. If you do not receive feedback within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
