Professional Nurse General Stream at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS : 

• Grade 1: No experience required. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Minimum Requirements: Degree/Diploma qualification that allows registration to General Nursing & Midwifery. Plus, a relevant post basic qualification in Operating Theatre nursing. Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC) Current SANC receipt (2026). 4 years’ experience in General Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. Successful candidate will have to spend minimum of one year in service.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Knowledge of Public Service Acts, regulations and policies. Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations. Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks. Good communication, verbal, written, leadership, interpersonal, problem solving, conflict management and decision making skills. Knowledge and experience in implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patient’s Rights Charter, Code of Conduct. Team building and diversity Management skills. Previous experience in the following disciplines would be advantageous: - General surgery. Laparoscopic surgery Orthopaedic surgery, Recovery Room, CSSD, Obstetric & Gynae. 

DUTIES :

• Effective management of patients, display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating. Proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations. Provision of quality services through setting of standards, policies and procedures. Participate in the implementation of National Priorities clinical guidelines, protocols. Maintain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirements. Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues.
• Promote good working relationships amongst staff and patients. Assist in supervision and development of all nursing staff. Reduction of maternal and child mortality and morbidity rate. Ensure effective participation in all hospital programs e.g. IPC, Quality Assurance, etc. Provide a Safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment for patients, visitors and staff.