STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (POSTS AVAILABLE AT
VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 117/2023
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
SALARY: Grade 1: R199 725 – R222 939 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 2: R237 210 – R264 948 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Grade 3: R277 752 – R377 860 per annum, (OSD as prescribed
CENTRE: Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS
Grade 1: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 2: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 3: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes; Nursing Act; Health Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patient Rights Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Disciplinary code and procedure; Grievance procedure act; Written and verbal communication skills; Elementary facilitation skills; Responsiveness.
DUTIES
- Development and implementation of basic patient care plans: Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene; Sustain nutritional status of patients;
- Facilitate the mobility of patients; Facilitate the elimination processes; Provide basic clinical nursing care: Measure, interpret and record vital signs;
- Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment; Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering of intramuscular injections);
- Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures; Effective utilisation of resources: Order stock and equipment in a cost-effective manner;
- Report loss or damage immediately; Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development: To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body;
- Seek learning opportunities, i.e. in-service training, courses.
ENQUIRIES: Mr E Buys Tel No: (021) 986 9100
NOTE: Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214.
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
CLOSING DATE : 30 October 2023
