OPERATIONAL MANAGER – PNA-5 (Specialist Clinic)

Department of Health; Johannesburg; Sur place; ZAR 514 000 - 628 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Gauteng Provincial Government seeks an Operational Manager for a Specialist Clinic within the Nursing Department. The role oversees clinical nursing practice, unit standards, patient flow and budget/asset control in an outpatient setting.

The successful candidate must hold a Basic R425 qualification with SANC registration as a Professional Nurse and have at least 7 years of post-registration nursing experience; a Diploma/degree in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management is

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with Basic R425 qualification and SANC registration as Professional Nurse.
• Minimum 7 years post-registration nursing experience.
• Diploma/degree in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management (SANC accredited) is an added advantage.

Responsabilités

• Ensure clinical nursing practice by the unit in accordance with scope and standards.
• Promote quality of nursing care as determined by professional scope and standards.
• Ensure unit compliance with Ideal Hospital Framework standards.
• Monitor staff performance and PMDS; schedule and supervise staff.
• Assist in HR and financial policy compliance and budget/asset control.
• Manage patient flow, clinic coordination, wait times, and appointment follow-up.

Connaissances

Computer literacy

Good communication skills

Formation

Nursing degree or diploma (SANC registered)

Description du poste

OPERATIONAL MANAGER - PNA-5 (Specialist Clinic)

• Reference Number : refs/057421
• Directorate : NURSING DEPARTMENT
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R571 161.00 per annum (plus Benefit)
• Enquiries : Mr M. Mayekiso Tell: 011 489 0897

Requirements :

• Grade 12 or equivalent. Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent accredited with South African Nursing Council (SANC) that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Minimum 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing and diploma/degree in Nursing Administration or Health Service Management accredited by the South African Nursing Council will serve an added advantage. Competencies: knowledge and skills in nursing at outpatient department. Computer literacy.

Duties :

• Demonstrate an in depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how these impact on Service delivery. Ensure clinical nursing practice by the nursing team (unit) in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the institution. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the relevant health facility. Ensure that the unit complies with Ideal Hospital Framework standards. Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies. Demonstrate effective communication with patients and relatives, supervisors, other health professionals and junior colleagues including more complex report writing when required. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team on a supervisory level to ensure good nursing care by the nursing team. Work effectively and amicably at a supervisory level, with people of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able to monitor the performance of staff (PMDS). Able to manage own work, time and that of junior colleagues to ensure proper nursing service in the unit. Control the provision of required services through staff scheduling and supervision. Effective management of risks, adverse events and patient complaints. Ensure that the environment complies with the Health and Safety Act and Infection and Prevention Control Policies. See in-service training as part of the daily duties. Ensure effective and efficient budget control and assets control for the department. Demonstrate an understanding of financial policies and practices. Have in-depth knowledge of ordering, storing and control of equipment. Ensure that all staff under your care are trained in the use of different equipment to assist staff who might experience problems in operating such machines. Be accountable of all equipment under your care. Demonstrate basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Effective management of patient flow, clinic co-ordination, patient waiting times, and monitoring of appointment systems and follow-up processes.

People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 24-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent accredited with South African Nursing Council (SANC) that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse?

Do you have Minimum 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration?

Do you have good communication skills?