OPERATIONAL MANAGER- SPECIALTY

POST 32/237 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER- SPECIALTY REF NO: PSH 10/2026 (X1 POST)
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits: 12% Rural Allowance, Medical Aid (optional) and Housing Allowance (employee must meet prescribed
requirements)
CENTRE : Port Shepstone Hospital-Critical Care
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent, Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science Diploma/degree in Midwifery Nursing Science. 1 year post basic qualification
in Critical care / Emergency &Trauma Nursing Science. Diploma / degree in
Health Service Management. Certificate in Computer Course. Current registration with SANC as General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher; Critical care /
Emergency &Trauma Nursing Science and Health Service Management. A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital
environment after registration as a General Nurse. At least 5 years of the above should be experience in Intensive Care Unit & CCU / Trauma & Emergency
department after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Critical Care
Nursing/ Emergency &Trauma Nursing Science. SANC receipt 2026.
Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice. Knowledge of
relevant legislation and policies including the Nursing Act, National Health Act,
Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service
Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Patients' Rights Charter and relevant
Department of Health policies. Sound knowledge of Nephrology Nursing standards, protocols and clinical guidelines. Leadership, supervisory, planning,
organisational and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively. Good communication, interpersonal, conflict
management and report-writing skills. Knowledge of Human Resource
Management, Labour Relations and Performance Management Systems.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
DUTIES : Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic specialized Intensive Care, Renal Dialysis and Trauma & Emergency nursing units within
set standards and professional / legal framework. Plan, organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the Critical Care domain
to ensure quality patient care. Monitor and promote Infection Prevention and
Control Practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial, and material
resources. Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and
keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the policy regarding revenue generation. Supervise and support nursing
personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care.
Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards. Evaluate staff on work performance, and implement
employer assistance plan. Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM
Standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, costeffective and equitable service delivery. Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional development of staff.
Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required.
Participate in research activities and promote evidence based nursing practice.
Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.
Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD
Framework.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117 / 6308
APPLICATIONS : Applicants are encourage to utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Copies should be submitted
by shortlisted candidates only) Applications could be posted / hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital, Private Bag
X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240
FOR ATTENTION : Mr. Z.M Zulu
NOTE : Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies – must not be submitted. 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.
When applying for employment. NB: Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. The appointments are
subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship),
verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual
Property Commission (CIPC). Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews. The appointment is subject to
positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience
employment verifications.
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026