Nursing Assistant at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 1: Experience: None
• Grade 2: Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Enrolled Assistant with SANC.
• Grade 3: Experience A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Enrolled Nursing Assistant with SANC.
• Grade12 or equivalent qualification, plus 01 year Nursing Assistant certificate that allows registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC 2026).
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC 2026) as a Nursing Assistant.

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required:

• Nursing Act.
• Health Act Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Patients’ Rights Charter.
• Batho Pele principles.
• Public Service Regulations Labour Relations Acts.
• Disciplinary Code and Procedure Grievance Procedure, etc.
• Basic communication skills Basic writing skills.
• Ability to function part of a team.
• Basic interpersonal skills.
• Elementary facilitation skills.

DUTIES :

• Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene.
• Facilitate nutritional status of patients.
• Facilitate the mobility of patients.
• Facilitate the elimination process.
• Measure, interpret and record vital signs.
• Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment.
• Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e.
• administering intramuscular injections).
• Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures.
• Order stock and equipment in a cost effective manner.
• Report loss or damage immediately.
• To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body.
• Seek learning opportunities, i.e.
• in-service training, courses.
• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting.
• Help patient with mobility, positioning, and transferring safely.
• Ensure patients are comfortable and maintain their dignity.
• Observe and record changes in patient’s physical/ emotional condition to the supervisor.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Practice proper hand hygiene and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient care areas and equipment (PPE) Ensure a safe environment by preventing falls and reporting hazards.
• Respond promptly to patient requests and emergencies.
• Record care provided accurately and promptly.
• Participate in shift handover and follow up instructions from supervisors.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate punctuality, reliability and professional behaviour.
• Report faulty equipment and ensure supplies are adequately.