Assistant Manager Nursing- General REF NO: PSH 08/2026 at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 / Matric or Equivalent. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science. Diploma / Degree in Psychiatry, Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management. Certificate in computer course. Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management.
• A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment after registration as a General Nurse. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational Manager Nursing. 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, Patient’s Rights Charter, and relevant Department of Health policies.
• Sound knowledge of Clinical Forensic 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 nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework. Plan organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the 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.
• Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM Standards. Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective 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.