Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Maternity and Neonatal Ward)

Western Cape Government: Department of Health and Wellness is recruiting for Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Maternity and Neonatal Ward) in New Somerset Hospital.

Minimum Requirements

• 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. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science (R212) 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. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited in Midwifery.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft package. Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Skills to plan, organize and coordinate the service by analyzing, problem solving and decision-making. Leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the Obstetric and Neonatology department.
• Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, and public holidays to meet the operational requirements. Must be prepared to assist in all departments according to operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide optimal, holistic specialised nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Assist in managing the utilization and supervision of all resources effectively. Assist in effective management and utilization of human and financial resources to ensure optimal operational functions. To assist in the planning and co-ordination of training and research effectively. Assist to organize a cost-effective service daily and provide support to supervisor and management.