PROFESSIONAL NURSE V002734 (Re-advertised)

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Vanderbijlpark; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university seeks a Professional Nurse to deliver comprehensive health care services on its Vanderbijlpark Campus. The role involves managing health trends, dispensing medicines, and supervising clinic staff. The ideal candidate holds a nursing degree, has SANC registration, and possesses a minimum of 4 years' experience in primary health care. This permanent position offers career growth opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of work experience in Primary Health Care as a registered nurse.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• NIMART trained in Antiretroviral therapy initiation and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary health care services to students and staff.
• Manage health trends and risks on campus.
• Dispense medicines and provide emergency health care.

Skills

Service focus

Communication skills

Client service

Planning and organizing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree / Advanced Diploma in Nursing

Post-Basic Qualification in Nursing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

Industry: Medical, Health & Social Care

Job category: Nursing Staff

Location: Vanderbijlpark

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

About Our Company

NWU

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS) FACULTY/ DIVISION: STUDENT LIFE POSITION NUMBER: V002734 VACANCY: PROFESSIONAL NURSE PEROMNES GRADE: P8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT

Job Description

Purpose of the Position

To provide optimum, efficient, and comprehensive (preventative, promotive and curative) primary health care (PHC) services to students and staff of the North-West University on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Provision of PHC Services

• Provision of daily comprehensive primary health care through clinical diagnosis, treatment, and care, as per the SANC, DoH and NWU policies, protocols, and guidelines.
• Referral of clients to other stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure the best possible care for clients.
• Dispensing of medicines, as per the prescripts of Good Pharmacy Practice and Medicines and Related Substances Control Act of 1965, as amended.
• Provision of emergency health care on Campus and arranging ambulance services for the transfer of patients.
• Identification and reporting of health trends and possible health risks that can be detrimental to the NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus community.

Clinical Management Responsibilities Including Stock And Equipment Control

• Manage assets, supplies and consumables (including essential medicines) and ensure that medication is available according to APC Guidelines for Maintaining FIFO.
• Drug supply management to reduce wastage and ensure quality service delivery and availability of pharmaceuticals.
• Responsibility for physical counting of equipment and furniture, recording of equipment and supplies received, and control of facility stock and supplies.
• Supervise Clinic staff and ensure ongoing rendering of Clinic services in the absence of the Head Nurse.
• Keep accurate patients and clinical records.

Education And Development Responsibilities

• Initiate and enhance health awareness at the NWU.
• Identify personal training needs and assist with arranging training.
• Ensure regular attendance of training to stay up to date with best practices.
• Effectively communicate and conduct awareness programmes on the Vanderbijlpark Campus.
• Undergo personal and professional development to improve quality of work through utilization of specialized knowledge and skills.
• Assist with relevant research conducted by the HealthCare Centre, Vanderbijlpark Campus and the NWU, as well as other stakeholders.
• Promotion of healthy lifestyle and educational health campaigns on- and off-Campus (e.g., Vaccination and Health Campaigns at Residences), including attending the River FM interviews for the Clinic’s health slots.

Infection Control

• Monitor the implementation and compliance with universal precautions of infection control.
• Ensure safe keeping and proper disposal of sharps and medical wastes.
• Practice aseptic techniques during procedures.
• Report and record needle prick injuries.

Sexual And Reproductive Health Services

• Provision of comprehensive sexual reproductive health services.
• Responsibility for the screening and treatment of sexually transmitted infections.
• Counselling and provision of various and chosen contraceptive method.

Minimum Requirements

• A Degree / Advanced Diploma (R425) (NQF level 7 / 6) in Nursing – General, Psychiatry, Community and Midwifery.
• A Post-Basic Qualification in Nursing (R48) specialising in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care (Primary Health Care).
• A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in the provision of Primary Health Care services as a registered professional nurse.
• A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience of dispensing medicines.
• A minimum of three (3) years working experience in HAST management.
• Dispensing of medicines license.
• NIMART trained with specialisation in Antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation, care and support.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

Key Functional/ Technical Competencies

• Service focus with passion for comprehensive quality care provision.
• A strong inclination towards client service, particularly adolescent and youth friendly services.
• Training and experience in sexual health programmes.
• Ability to use information technology, including MS Office, e-mail, and virtual platforms.
• Batho-Pele Principles, Patients’ Rights Charter, and other related legislative frameworks
• Therapeutic use of self.

Key Behavioural Competencies

• Must have excellent communication (verbal and written), including report-writing skills.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills.
• People and conflict management skills.
• Good client relations.

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

Enquiries

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Chris Williams at 016 910 3229

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Moratuwa Motsemme at 018 299 4958

Closing Date

12 November 2025

Planned Commencement of Duties

As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Employment Equity Statement

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation.

Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.