Operational Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with the SANC (R48) OR
• A 4 year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Primary Health Care Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
• Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the one-year post basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB/C1) driver’s licence. Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of nursing and public service legislation. Knowledge of Human Resource and Financial policies. Good communication skills. Computer literacy (Ms Office & Permis). 

DUTIES :

• Provision of quality comprehensive health care to the community. Ensure rendering of a comprehensive nursing health care program for promotion of health, self-care, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients. Provision of administrative services.
• Manage Personnel matters including supervision and performance management, the utilisation and supervision of staff, finances and procuring as well as implementing of policies, prescripts and protocols regarding the mentioned facets. Provision of educational services. Identify learner needs and provide opportunities for development.
• Provision of effective control and management of equipment and stock. Organise a cost-effective service on a daily basis and participate in community involvement including attending community engagements as required.