Operational Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care)

Western Cape Government: Department of Health and Wellness is recruiting for Operational Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care) in Vredendal Central Clinic, Matzikama Sub-district, West Coast District.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or a post graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• 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 diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with the SANC (R48) OR a 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Primary Care Nursing.
• Good interpersonal, planning, organisational skills, and computer literacy (MS Office). In-depth knowledge of appropriate legislation, regulations and Departmental Policies. Knowledge of Human Resources and Financial guidelines and protocols.
• Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel to and support other Clinics in the Sub-district when needed.

Responsibilities

• The effective management and execution of relevant Curative Programmes on PHC level within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care. The effective management and execution of relevant Child Health service within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care. The effective management and execution of all Women’s Health services within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care. The effective management and execution of the HAST programmes within the scope of practice and to be an advocate for the patient to ensure the provision of necessary health care. The effective and efficient management of the PHC facility, mobile units and satellite Clinics – management of staff, services and infrastructure.