The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is a department of the Government of the Western Cape, responsible for providing public healthcare to the population of the Western Cape province of South Africa.
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Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
Experience:
A minimum of 7 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (code B/EB) driver’s licence. Ability and willingness to assist with shifts and after-hour hospital cover including weekends, public holidays, night duty relief and overtime as the need arises.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards and knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policies related to nursing within the public sector. e.g. Labour relations, disciplinary codes etc. Good organisational, interpersonal, leadership, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills. Basic computer literacy –MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook (proof must be attached). Knowledge of health applications i.e. CLINICOM, SINJANI.