Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Theatre and Day Ward) 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 accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre.
• OR A 4 year Bachelor 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 Peri-operative Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 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.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, and public holidays to meet the operational requirements. Must be prepared to assist in all departments according to operational requirements.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Practical knowledge and experience in the operating theatre. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. 

DUTIES :

• Provide safe and comprehensive care delivered to patients in theatre. Provision of optimal, holistic specialised care with set standards within professional/legal framework. Ensure adherence to the principles of IPC practices in the theatre.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for statistical and legal purposes. Support and supervise students and subordinates in theatre. Effective utilization of resources.