Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 220 000 - 383 000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health department is seeking candidates for the Staff Nurse positions (Grade 1 to 3) in various clinics in the Overberg District. Applicants must have relevant nursing qualifications and may be required to undergo practical assessments. Remuneration ranges from R 220 614 to R 382 107 per annum, depending on experience level. The ideal candidates will maintain professional ethical standards while providing essential nursing care. Positions available for both newly registered and experienced nurses.

Benefits

Employer's contribution to pension fund

Housing and medical aid allowance

13th cheque

Qualifications

• Grade 1: None. Grade 2: Minimum 10 years experience post-registration.
• Grade 3: Minimum 20 years experience post-registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical nursing care.
• Development and implementation of basic patient care plans.
• Effective utilization of resources.
• Maintain professional growth and ethical standards.

Skills

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Education

Qualification allowing registration with SANC as Staff Nurse

Job description

Overview

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

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.

Position

Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (4 posts)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: OD5/2026

Locations: Villiersdorp Clinic (1 post), Botrivier Clinic (1 post), Genadendal Clinic (1 post), Riviersonderend Clinic

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)

Good communication skills (written and verbal).

Experience

Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.

Enquiries

Ms M Clarke, tel. no. 028 212-1070

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be required to undergo a practical assessment. 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). The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within the Overberg District, for a period of 3 months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs)

Provide basic clinical nursing care. Development and implementation of basic patient care plans. Effective utilization of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.

Minimum Educational Qualification

Qualification that allows you registration with South African Nursing Council as Staff Nurse.

Registration With A Professional Council

Registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job

Willingness to work shifts, public holidays, after-hours, night duty and weekend cover for nursing.

Remuneration

Grade 1: R 220 614 - R 250 500 per annum, Grade 2: R 262 287 - R 298 932 per annum, Grade 3: R 306 798 - R 382 107 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

1/30/2026 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

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’stechnical 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. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Closing date: 2026/02/13 17:00:00