POST 40/160: OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY: MENTAL HEALTH)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
SALARY: R627 474 per annum
CENTRE: Karl Bremer Hospital
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma or degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). A postbasic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Psychiatric Nursing Science. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Inherent requirements of the job: Will be required to work shifts (day and night), weekends and public holidays. Will be required to do after hour hospital cover. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies knowledge/skills): Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing practices, Health Care and Quality Improvement within the public sector. Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Effective interpersonal, leadership, decision making, and conflict resolution skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
DUTIES:
- Planning, manage, co-ordinate and maintain an optimal, specialised Nursing Service as the Operational Manager in the Mental Health setting.
- Effective management and utilisation of Human and Financial Resources to ensure optimal operational functioning of the area.
- Initiate, co-ordinate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department.
- Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution.
- Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.
APPLICATIONS:
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
NOTE:
It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference.
ENQUIRIES: Ms E Linden-Mars Tel No: (021) 918-1224
CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2023
