PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY

POST 30/139 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE SPECIALTY REF NO: DPKISMH 09 /2026 (X1 POST)
Component: Theatre
SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 – R752 913 per annum
Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance
(Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
CENTRE : Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
Grade 2: A minimum of 14 (fourteen) years appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in
General Nursing, of which at least 10 (ten) years must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the speciality. Minimum Requirements:
Senior Certificate or equivalent. Degree / Diploma in General nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional
Nurse. A relevant one (01) year Post Basic qualification in Theatre Nursing
Science. Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC).
Current SANC receipt (2026). A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General
Nursing Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant
legal frameworks such as Nursing Acts, Health Act, Patient Right Charter,
Batho Pele Principle, Public Service Regulations, Disciplinary Code and
Procedures in the Public Service. Financial and Budgetary knowledge pertaining to relevant resources under management. Insight into procedures
and policies pertaining to nursing care. Leadership, Organisational, Decision making, Problem solving, Co–ordination, Liaisons and Interpersonal skills
within the limits of the Public Sector and Institutional policy framework.
Interpersonal skills including Public relation, Negotiating, Conflict handling and
Counselling skills. Computer skills in basic programs.
DUTIES : Assist in planning/organizing and monitoring of objectives of the specialised unit in consultation with subordinates. Effective management of patients,
display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating Proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs,
requirements and expectations. Provision of quality services through setting of
standards, policies and procedures. Participate in the implementation of
National Priorities clinical guidelines, protocols. Maintain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirements. Exercise control
over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues. Promote good working relationships amongst staff and patients. Assist in supervision and
development of all nursing staff. Ensure effective participation in all hospital programs e.g. IPC, Quality Assurance, etc. Provide a Safe, therapeutic and
hygienic environment for patients, visitors and staff.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs YYN Ngema: Assistant Manager Nursing – Dr Pkismh Tel No: (031) 530
APPLICATIONS : To be hand delivered to 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu or Emailed To: pixley.recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za or couriered
to 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu
FOR ATTENTION : Deputy Director: HRM
NOTE : The following documents must be submitted, Application for employment form (Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or form websitewww.kznhealth.gov.za. Originally signed Z83 must be accompanied by a
detailed CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of current/previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource
Department & other required documents. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. The reference number must be indicated in the column
provided on the form Z83 e.g. DPKISMH 14/2023. NB: Failure to comply with the above instruction will disqualify applicants. All shortlisted candidates,
PUBLIC
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. Please note that due to the number of applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be
limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within two months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from NIA to the following checks (security clearance, credit records,
qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications and verification from the company Intellectual Property (CIPC). The
Department reserves the right not to fill the post (s). This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity
in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.
CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026