Operational Manager Nursing (Maternity) at Free State Department of Health

Salary :

• R 720 819.00 - R 821 454.00 per annum

Requirements:

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent 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.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Advanced Nursing qualification in Maternity and Neonatology. Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse plus post basic nursing qualification accredited with SANC.
• A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Attach proof of working experience endorsed by Human Resource.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of key priority health programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Core Standards and Ideal Clinic realization program.
• Strong management and leadership skills. Computer literacy.

Duties:

• Overall supervision of staff and control quality patient care in the facility.
• Ensure formulation and availability of Clinical Patient Care Protocol and Policies in the department.
• Ensure efficient implementation and evaluation of quality Primary Health Care Package.
• Accountable for overall and effective management of Quality Nursing Services.
• Responsible for implementation of the disciplinary measures.