Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General Nursing) (2 posts) (Permanent position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 337,000 - 495,000; Full time

Job summary

S-Cubed seeks Professional Nurses to fill two permanent positions at Ladismith Hospital in the Garden Route District. Grade 1–3 responsibilities include directing nursing plans, maintaining quality care, and collaborating with the health team.

Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse is required, with a Basic R425 or a 4-year Bachelor in Nursing. Willingness to shift, night duty, weekends, and rotation is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy (MS Office).
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team for quality patient care.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and infection prevention and control measures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and supervision for implementing the nursing plan and patient care.
• Implement standards and indicators for quality nursing practice.
• Practice nursing in line with relevant laws and regulations.
• Maintain constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Utilise resources efficiently and participate in training and research within the department.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Independent & team work

Communication skills

Infection control knowledge

Education

SANC registration as Professional Nurse

Basic R425 or Bachelor in Nursing for registration

Job description

Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General Nursing) (2 posts)

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

GRD123/2026

Location:

Ladismith Hospital, Garden Route District

Remuneration

Grade 1: R 337 359 per annum; Grade 2: R 411 978 per annum; Grade 3: R 495 423 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

23 Oct 2026

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

Inherent Requirements of the job

Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends. Willingness to rotate to other wards in the hospital.

Registration with a professional council

Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice or patient care). Implement standards, practices, criteria, and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice). Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing and health care. Maintain constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders. Utilize human, material, and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Provision of support to nursing services.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Basic Computer literacy (MS Office). Ability to function independantly , as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal). Knowledge of nursing practices and Infection Prevention and Control measures.

Experience

Grade 1: None Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.