PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY/PNB1 (THEATRE)

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Pretoria seeks a Professional Nurse Specialty to deliver empathetic patient care and manage ward administration. Candidates must hold a Nursing Diploma/Degree, have at least 4 years of experience, and exhibit strong leadership and communication skills. Applications will be accepted online only. Closing date: 24-10-2025.

Qualifications

• Matric Certificate with Basic R425 qualification.
• Minimum 4 years recognised experience in Nursing.
• Post-basic nursing qualification accredited with SANC.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and ward management/administration.
• Planning, organising, and coordinating nursing care.
• Advocacy and holistic treatment for patients.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Planning and organising

Empathy for patients

Decision making

Education

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Post-basic nursing qualification

Certification with SANC

Job description

PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY/PNB1 (THEATRE)

Reference Number : REFS/023714

Directorate : Nursing

Number of Posts : 1

Enquiries : Ms. NL Madiba Tel: No: [phone]/1210

Qualifications

• Matric Certificate with Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or equivalent allowing registration with SANC as a professional nurse.
• Minimum 4 years recognised experience in Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Post‑basic nursing qualification accredited with SANC (at least one year).
• Leadership, ward management, planning, organising, coordinating and communication skills.
• Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions.
• Empathy for patients, promoting advocacy and facilitating holistic treatment and care.
• Knowledge of administrative policies, guidelines and all Nursing legislation and Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and ward management/administration.
• Planning, organising, coordinating and communication.
• Independent decision making.
• Empathetic patient care, advocacy and holistic treatment.
• Adherence to all Nursing legislation, Health Act and administrative policies.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted strictly online via the E‑Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Hand‑delivered, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Required documents:

• Z83 application form (completed and signed).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA).
• Proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card).
• Evidence of foreign qualification evaluation by SAQA if applicable.

Applicants will be shortlisted only if they provide:

• Certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months.
• Results of a skills/knowledge test, if applicable.
• Medical surveillance as required by Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer

Department of Health

Closing Date

24-10-2025