Staff Nurse at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate. Enrolled Nurse Certificate. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) 2026 as a Staff Nurse.
• Experience Grade 1: None Experience Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.
• Experience Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse.
• Knowledge, Skills Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Public Service Policies, Acts, Regulations, Code of Conduct, Labour Relations Act, Batho Pele Principles and Patients’ Rights Charter. Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations. Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures. Good communication, writing, facilitation and interpersonal skills. Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Basic understanding of clinical nursing care within a specialised unit. 

DUTIES :

• Provide basic nursing care within the Orthopaedic Unit under supervision Assist Professional Nurses with patient care and procedures Maintain patient hygiene, comfort and safety Observe and report changes in patient condition Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges Maintain accurate records and reports Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care NB: Must be prepared to work shift as per allocation; includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.