PNA 2 PROFESSIONAL NURSE (GRADE 1) INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL (IPC)

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; Sur place; ZAR 337 000 - 392 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Department of Health in Gauteng invites applications for a PNA 2 Professional Nurse (Grade 1) Infection Prevention & Control (IPC). The post requires registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse with IPC qualifications and a minimum of seven years’ nursing experience, including IPC exposure. A valid driver’s license and computer literacy are essential.

The package is from R337,359 to R391,515 per annum plus benefits. Closing date is 20-11-2026.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.
• Must hold an IPC qualification.
• Minimum of seven years’ nursing experience after registration as a professional nurse, including at least one year in IPC.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and strong communication and report-writing skills.

Responsabilités

• Implement National and Provincial IPC policies in the hospital; conduct IPC inspections, compile reports and statistics; plan IPC awareness activities; maintain IPC surveillance; train staff; coordinate with stakeholders.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Report writing

Computer literacy

Formation

Nursing Diploma/Degree

IPC qualification

Description du poste

PNA 2 PROFESSIONAL NURSE (GRADE 1) INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL (IPC)

• Reference Number : refs/057374
• Directorate : Nursing Service
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R337 359.00 - R391 515.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements :

• Appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification in nursing that allows registration with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse with basic psychiatric nursing qualification. Must have a qualification in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). A minimum of 7 years' experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse, one year of the period must be in IPC program. Must have a computer literate (Microsoft work, power point and excel as well as good presentation skills, effective communication skills, problem solving facilitation, co-ordination, project management and report writing skills. Must have a valid drivers’ license. Knowledge of the Public Service Legislation, Mental Health Care Act, Child Justice Act, Criminal Procedure Act and Ideal Hospital Assessment Framework.

Duties :

• Ensure implementation of National and Provincial Policies on Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in the hospital. Conduct IP & C inspections in the wards and other departments, compile reports and statistics on notifiable medical conditions as required. Plan and implement the relevant awareness days according to the IP & C operational plan. Implement and maintain an effective hospital infection surveillance system in alignment with the infection control policies. Conduct formal and informal training for different stakeholders on IP & C Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines. Strengthen and maintain internal and external collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Maintain professional growth /ethical standards and self-development. Participate in hospital committees, act as the IPC coordinator as delegated. Be flexible and take on extra responsibility when needed.

Notes :

• Where driver's licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Must be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a minimum of three (03) references of which one must be the current supervisor. Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (SANC) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer :

Department of Health

Closing Date :

20-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification in nursing that allows registration with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse with basic psychiatric nursing qualification

Do you have a qualification in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)

Do you have a minimum of 7 years' experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse

Do you have one year IPC program experience