Professional Nurse (General Nursing) (Day & Night)

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 324 000 - 377 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health department is seeking a Professional Nurse (General Nursing) to provide holistic care in a psychiatric unit. The role involves managing treatment, leading shifts, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification and be registered with SANC. This is a shift-based position requiring strong leadership and problem-solving skills. A driving license and additional competencies will be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with psychiatric qualification allowing registration with SANC.
• Current registration with SANC as a professional nurse.
• Driver’s license is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide optimal, holistic nursing care within legal framework.
• Manage treatment for patients in psychiatric unit.
• Lead shift and ensure quality patient care standards.

Skills

Knowledge of Mental Health Care Act

Computer literacy

Leadership skills

Problem Solving

Emotional intelligence

Education

Basic R425/ R683 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing)

Job description

Professional Nurse (General Nursing) (Day & Night)

• Reference Number : refs/024323
• Directorate : Nursing Services
• Number of Posts : 20
• Package : R324 384.00- R376 458.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements

Grade 12, Basic R425/ R683 qualification (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) with Psychiatric qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional nurse in general Nursing. Must have knowledge of Mental Health Care Act, Criminal Procedure Act and Child Justice Act. Proof of current registration with SANC. Computer literacy and Driver’s license will be an added advantage. Presentation and Leadership skills, Problem Solving, Stress Tolerance and Self-confidence. Innovative, creative, emotional intelligence and project management skills.

Duties

Provision of optimal, holistic, nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Provision of treatment and care to Patients within Psychiatric unit, in a cost effective, efficient and equitable manner. Implement therapeutic nursing groups in the unit. Will be a shift leader that is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and supervising whilst ensuring that all quality patient care standards are implemented. Prevention and Management of Patient Safety Incidents. Manage Human Resource when leading the shift. Promoting professionalism and always leading by example. Apply effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians including report-writing when required. Understanding and implementation of nursing legislation including National Nursing Strategy and ethical nursing practices and ensure implementation of IP&C standards. Do presentations, manage problems and Patients Safety Incidents in the unit. Implement the National Nursing Strategy 2020/21-2025/26. Implement and manage quality improvement plans in the unit, supervise and mentor students and other nursing categories. Provide directions for implementation of the nursing care plan. Expected to serve in Hospital Committees to achieve Hospital goals and act in the capacity of Operational Manager when delegated to do so.

Notes

Kindly note that No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such: "If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration". Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 31-12-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Grade 12, Basic R425/ R683 qualification (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) with Psychiatric qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in general Nursing?

Are you currently registered with SANC as a Professional Nurse?

Please Notes

Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.