Staff Nurse at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum Appointment and Experience 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. Understanding of maternal, antenatal and labour ward basic nursing care principles. 

DUTIES :

• Provide basic nursing care in the Admission, Antenatal and Labour Ward under supervision. Assist with monitoring of pregnant women and labouring mothers. Support Professional Nurses during deliveries and emergencies. Maintain patient hygiene, comfort and safety. Assist with admissions, observations and documentation. Report abnormalities promptly to Professional Nurses. Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control measures. Participate in team-based patient care delivery. NB: Must be prepared to work shift as per allocation; includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.