Operational Manager Nursing: Specialty (Labour Ward) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Experience:

• A minimum of 9 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing 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 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus 254) that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic qualification nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science (R212) 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 SANC as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Midwifery.

Duties

• Holistic, comprehensive specialised nursing care provided within a professional / legal framework. Effectively utilized and supervised resources. Support effective practice development, education, and research activities/resources. Effectively delivered support service and management of human, material and financial resources to the Nursing Division. Maintain professional growth /ethical standards constructive working relationships with nursing personnel and other stakeholders (multi-disciplinary teamwork). Function as a health care professional according to the applicable norms and standards.