Staff Nurse (Grade 1) REF NO: KDHC 08/2026 at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Standard 10 certificate/Grade 12 Enrolled Nursing certificate.
• Current Registration with SANC as Enrolled Nurse (2026 receipt)

Knowledge, Skills And Competencies:

• Understanding of the nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.
• Good interpersonal relations, communication skills, basic writing skills, basic interpersonal skills and ability to function and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Ethical Code of Conduct, basic labour Relations.
• All nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks, such as Nursing Act, Health Act, and scope of practice as a staff nurse.
• Planning and organizing, report writing skills.

DUTIES :

• Ensure the rendering of nursing care under the direct and indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse as directed by the Scope of Practice.
• Provide health education according to the knowledge and Scope of Practice.
• Maintain client satisfaction through quality service, innovation and nursing care by upholding the principles of Batho Pele and Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care.
• Ensure that infection control and health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Ensure the effective, efficient and economical use of allocated resources including human resources.
• Maintain accurate records and confidentiality.