Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General Nursing) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent (R683) qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 3 year Diploma in Nursing (R171) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse or General Nurse.

Experience:

• A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Will be required to deliver standby duties for the Hospital.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):

• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.) - Good interpersonal skills, leadership and communication skills. Demonstrate an in-dept knowledge of nursing and public service legislation, regulation, and Departmental Policies. Knowledge of Human resource and financial guidelines, policies, and protocols.

DUTIES :

• Supervise and ensure the provision of effective and efficient patient care through adequate nursing care. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of nursing care plan and evaluation thereof. Provide relevant health information to health care users to assist in achieving optimal health care and rehabilitation of patients.