Deputy Manager Nursing

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,069,000 - 1,219,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health invites applications for a Hospital Nursing Manager at Pholosong Regional Hospital in Gauteng. You will provide leadership toward the realization of nursing strategic plans and oversee quality patient care through nursing programs.

Requirements include a nursing qualification registered with SANC, a management or health service qualification, and at least nine years' nursing experience with four years at assistant manager level; strong leadership and HR/financial

Qualifications

• Registered with SANC as a Professional Nurse with a basic nursing qualification.
• Degree or post graduate qualification in Nursing Management/ Administration or Health service management.
• Minimum of 9 years nursing experience after registration, with at least 4 years at Assistant Manager level.
• Strong leadership, communication, and management skills; ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership toward nursing strategic plan realization and departmental goals.
• Support quality patient care through effective nursing programs and governance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies and standards for nursing care.
• Manage human, financial, and material resources; coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Utilize information systems to improve service delivery and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Financial management

HR management

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Education

Diploma/ Degree in nursing

Nursing Management/ Nursing Administration (R. 212) or Health service management

Nursing Education (added advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

• Package : R1 069 215.00 – R1 219 323.00 per annum (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

• A basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma/ Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Degree or post graduate qualification in Nursing Management/ Nursing Administration (R. 212) or Health service management (R.635) accredited by SANC is a requirement. Nursing Education is an added advantage. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate experience at Assistant Manager level. Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams. Applicants must be able to work under pressure. Understanding the application of the relevant statutes and policies governing Public Service, nursing profession and corporate and clinical governance. In-depth knowledge and understanding of the implementation of the National Strategic Plan for Nurse Education, Training and Practice 2020/21 – 2025/26. Knowledge and skills: have strong leadership skills, good verbal and written communication skills, sound interpersonal skills, project management skills, financial and human resources management skills. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and problem-solving skills. Have the capacity to see him/herself as hospital manager other than nursing manager and unite all categories of staff.

Duties

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of Nursing strategic plan, Strategic goals and objectives of the department. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through the proper management of nursing care programs. Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethics and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, procedures, and standards pertaining to nursing care. Manage the human resources efficiently and effectively to attain the departmental goals and objectives. Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage nursing information for the enhancement of service delivery. Establish, maintain, and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Demonstrate and manage resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation: (Human. Financial, Physical and Material resources). Understanding of managing workplace discipline, well developed communication, presentation, negotiations, and research skills. Lead in the hospital quality assurance programme, Infection Prevention and Control based on National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital Realization Framework and quality improvement activities. Coordinate review of nursing interventions through comprehensive and ongoing assessment and risk analysis. Maintain professional growth / ethical standards and development of self and subordinates. Provide full-time technical and management support to the CEO and institution. Implement Batho Pele Principles, Patient’s Rights Charter. Coordinate nursing related research and development. Support management in enhancing the image of the nursing department and improve the skills and competencies of the nurses. Enhance and manage the performance management and development of nurses Involvement in the hospital’s quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Management of nursing projects and participation in hospital projects aimed at enhancing service delivery. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation or health care indicators for improved outcomes. Implementation of the National Strategic Direction for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice 2020/21 – 2025/26. Lead and implement the Guidelines for Clinical Nursing Education and Training Units in South Africa. Implementation of the South African Nursing Council Nursing Practice Standards for Use in all Health Establishments in South Africa. Provide leadership in implementing the South African Nursing Council Continuing Professional Development Framework for Nurses and Midwives in South Africa.

The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 25-09-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Diploma/ Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse?

Degree or post graduate qualification in Nursing Management/ Nursing Administration or Health service management?

A minimum of 9 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing?