Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing) (PN-A2) at South African Department of Correctional Services

REQUIREMENTS :

• Recognized Degree/National Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies and Attributes: Knowledge of nursing care process and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks, including grievance procedure and disciplinary code and procedure, communication, report-writing, liaison, coordination, facilitation, problem-solving, planning and organising skills. 

DUTIES :

• Render comprehensive nursing care to patients through the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions in accordance with prescribed nursing care plans, clinical protocols and professional standards. Provide nursing services in compliance with applicable healthcare legislation, departmental policies, and ethical guidelines. Maintain accurate patient records and ensure the confidentiality of patient information. Participate in the implementation of quality assurance, infection prevention and control measures to promote safe and effective healthcare services. Utilise allocated human, material and medical resources efficiently and responsibly.
• Promote patient advocacy by responding to patients’ health needs, rights and expectations in line with Batho Pele principles. Provide health education and counselling to patients, families, communities and collaborate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure integrated and patient-centred care. Participate in continuous professional development activities to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills. Manage human resources, finances and assets. Manage performance information.