Nursing Operations Manager – General Care (Day/Night)

Gauteng Provincial Government; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 721,000 - 846,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Provincial Government's Department of Health is seeking an Assistant Manager Nursing General (Day and Night) at Pholosong Regional Hospital. The role leads nursing services, oversees patient care delivery and resources, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.

The position requires registration with SANC, extensive nursing and managerial experience, and strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Weekend and holiday work may be required by operational needs.

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent and registration with SANC as Professional Nurse.
• Diploma or Degree enabling registration with SANC.
• Diploma/Degree in Health Service Management/Nursing Administration or Management.
• Minimum of eight (8) years nursing experience after registration with SANC.
• At least three (3) years of the period referred to above must be at Nursing management level.

Responsibilities

• Delegate, supervise and coordinate provision of effective patient care.
• Monitor and allocate human, financial and physical resources, including bed management.
• Maintain relationships with clinical and non-clinical staff for multidisciplinary patient care flow.
• Ensure compliance with health standards and safety requirements.
• Support staff and engage in problem solving/conflict management.
• Ensure data governance and monitor performance indicators for compliance.
• Guide implementation of operational plans per GDOH Annual Performance plan.
• Be flexible to work weekends/public holidays as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict management

Problem-solving

Pressure handling

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent

SANC registration professional nurse

Diploma/Degree in Health Service Management/Nursing Administration

8+ years nursing experience after registration

3+ years nursing management experience

Job description

Gauteng Provincial Government's Department of Health is seeking an Assistant Manager Nursing General (Day and Night) at Pholosong Regional Hospital. The role leads nursing services, oversees patient care delivery and resources, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.

The position requires registration with SANC, extensive nursing and managerial experience, and strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Weekend and holiday work may be required by operational needs.