STAFF NURSE (NEONATAL)

POST 30/155 : STAFF NURSE (NEONATAL) REF NO: LRH 04/2026 (X1 POST) Department: Neonatal Nursing
SALARY : Grade 1: R229 440 – R260 520 per annum Grade 2: R272 778 – R310 890 per annum
Grade 3: R319 071 – R397 392 per annum
Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, (Medical Aid Optional) Plus Housing allowance.
CENTRE : Ladysmith Regional Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Matric) or equivalent. Enrolled Nursing Certificate. Current Registration with SANC as Enrolled Nurse (2026). Knowledge, Skills, Training
and Competencies: All nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks, such as nursing Act, Health Act
and scope of practice as a Staff Nurse. Good interpersonal relations, communication skills, basic writing skills, basic interpersonal skills and ability
to function and work as part of a team. An understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector. Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a
multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele
Principles, Ethical Code of Conduct, basic labour Relations. Knowledge on nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant
legal framework.
DUTIES : Maintain client satisfaction through quality service, innovation and nursing care by upholding the principles of Batho Pele and Patients’ Rights and
Responsibility. Ensure that infection control and health and safety standards are maintained at all times. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical use
of allocated resources. Maintain clinical professional and ethical standards related to these services. Develop establish and maintain constructive working
relationship with staff and other stakeholders. Display a concern for patients, promoting, advocating and facilitating proper treatment and care and ensuring
that the unit adhere to the principles of Bath Pele. Ensure the rendering of nursing care under the direct and indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse as
directed by the Scope of Practice. Maintain accurate records and confidentiality. Ensure safe and efficient functioning of the Human milk bank.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs. T.M Buthelezi (Deputy Manager Nursing) Tel No: (036) 6372111
APPLICATIONS : All applications should be emailed to LadysmithHospital.Job@kznhealth.gov.za / erick.ngxongo@kznhealth.gov.za
or be posted to: The Human Resource Management, Ladysmith Regional
Hospital, Private Bag x 9928, Ladysmith, 3370 or Hand delivery to: The Human
Resource Offices, Ladysmith Regional Hospital, Office No 15, 36 Malcom
Road, Ladysmith, 3370.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr S.L.Dlozi
NOTE : Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any
PUBLIC
Government Department OR from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za.The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae
only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from Human Resources. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the
envelope, e.g. Ref 13/2018. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for
these posts. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the
NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Failure to
comply will result in the application not being considered”. Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.
However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please
note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for
payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an
integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity
in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Note: The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible
officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if
they are absent from their normal places of work to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026.