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Operational Manager Nursing: General (Surgical ward/Orthopaedic ward) at Western Cape Department of

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:30:07 +0000

Experience:

A minimum of 7 years of relevant and recognized nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

A Basic R425 qualification, which is either a diploma or degree in nursing, or an equivalent qualification, plus registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. This requires an additional R254.
OR
A 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree, or an equivalent qualification, plus registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. This requires an additional R1497.

Duties:

Coordinate and supervise the delivery of high-quality, holistic nursing care, adhering to established standards and within a professional and legal framework.
Effectively and efficiently manage human, financial, and physical resources.
Initiate, coordinate, implement, and participate in training, development, and research activities within the General wards and the Nursing Component.
Provide a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution.
Maintain professional growth, uphold ethical standards, and engage in self-development.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape

Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General) (Wellness Program) at Western Cape Department of Health an

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:35:05 +0000

Experience

Grade 1: None
Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years of appropriate and recognizable experience in nursing, registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years of appropriate and recognizable experience in nursing, registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Minimum Educational Qualification

Basic qualification: A diploma or degree in nursing, or an equivalent qualification, registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. This requires a registration fee of R425.
Alternative Basic qualification: A 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, or an equivalent qualification, registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. This requires a registration fee of R174.

Duties

External interface management involves planning, coordinating, and implementing wellness initiatives and interventions, supported by internal stakeholders, to deliver community-oriented primary care. This includes managing intersectoral interfaces with strong organizational linkages and partnerships with external stakeholders, sectors, departments, NGOs, and community structures. Lead and coordinate scheduled wellness activities for men, women, adolescents, and youth, with a focus on the 1st 1000 Days initiative to build healthy communities. Coordinate wellness activities within specific communities, focusing on the Western Cape Wellness WoW! initiative to support an integrated approach in managing chronic conditions such as Diabetes, Hypertension, TB, HIV, and Mental Health. Coordinate and support the collection, collation, interpretation, and reporting of health data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape

Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General Nursing) (PHC) – Drakenstein PHC Support and Outreach at We

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:55:05 +0000

Experience

Grade 1: Minimum of 10 years of appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years of appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Minimum Educational Qualification

Basic: Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification plus registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse (R425 qualification).
Alternative 1: 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification plus registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse (R683 qualification).
Alternative 2: R171 qualification plus registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse (R1497 qualification).

Duties

Providing Primary Health Care in accordance with Western Cape guidelines and protocols.
Maintaining accurate clinical records, statistics registers, and referral records.
Effectively utilizing resources and stock within limited budget constraints.
Participating in community events and initiating health awareness campaigns.
Maintaining and participating in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork while being able to work independently.
Supervising and mentoring lower categories of staff to improve service quality.
Maintaining professional growth, ethical standards, and engaging in self-development.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape

Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (General Surgery) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:06 +0000

Experience

Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery.
Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery.
Grade 3: Minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery.

Minimum Educational Qualification

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Medical Specialist in General Surgery.

Duties

Provide clinical service delivery at specialist level across the full spectrum of General Surgery services with a focus on the endoscopy service. May also be required to perform surgical procedures in theatre. Conduct consultant ward rounds with senior decision-making responsibility for patient care, including disposition decisions and oversight and input into OPD services. Ensure clinical governance through accurate medical record keeping, data/trend analysis, contribution to Morbidity & Mortality meetings, and management of complaints. Utilize existing digital platforms for referrals and patient documentation. Engage in teaching, training, and research activities, including supervision and teaching of junior doctors and participation in the hospital’s academic program. Contribute to improving internal systems within the General Surgery service, both within the hospital and the Metro East ecosystem, and participate in the wider management of medical services within the hospital, both clinically and administratively, where reasonable and feasible.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape

Nursing Assistant Grade 1 to 3 (General Inpatients) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellnes

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:20:06 +0000

Experience:

Grade 1: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate and recognisably nursing experience gained after registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant.
Grade 2: A minimum of 20 years of appropriate and recognisably nursing experience gained after registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

A qualification that permits registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant.

Duties:

Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Provide basic clinical nursing care.
Ensure effective utilisation of physical and financial resources.
Maintain professional growth, ethical standards, and self-development.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape

Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General) (Female/Children’s Wards) at Western Cape Department o

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:30:07 +0000

Experience: A minimum of 7 years of appropriate and recognisably relevant experience in nursing, having been registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in the General Nursing field.

Minimum Educational Qualification: A Basic R425 qualification, which is either a diploma or degree in Nursing, or an equivalent qualification that permits registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.

Duties: Responsible for managing clinical services and staff rostering. This includes planning, managing, coordinating, and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service within a hospital setting. The role involves participative management and the effective utilisation of Human Resources to fulfil both operational and developmental functions in the area. Additionally, the position entails managing and monitoring the Financial Resources, consumables, and equipment associated with the clinical area. The incumbent is expected to initiate and participate in training, development, and research activities within the nursing department. Furthermore, the role delivers a support service to the Nursing Service Department and the institution as a whole. Maintaining ethical standards and promoting professional growth and self-development are also key responsibilities.

Government & Public Sector, Western Cape