Current Vacancies at Gauteng Department of Social Development

Requirements :

• Basic R425 (i.e. diploma / degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration.

Duties :

• Provision of quality clinical nursing care within legal and ethical framework. Implement cost-containment measures to ensure efficient utilization of human material and financial resource.

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Requirements :

• Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice 425 (i.e: Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Registration as a Professional Nurse after post Community Service. Current (2022) SANC license to practice.
• Knowledge of quality Assurance Standards (Ideal Hospital Realization Framework) and depth Knowledge of patient care and hospital policies and guidelines will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Participate actively in conduction of Ideal Hospital Realization Framework annual assessments.
• Participate actively in conduction of annual PEC Patient Experience of care) surveys and assist in capturing of results.
• Participate actively in conduction of DPOS (Daily Patient Experience of care) survey and assist in analyzing the results there of. Monitoring of hospital compliance with current guidelines.
• Review and analyze patients’ complaints. Work closely with patients and staff to develop best care based on patient’s needs.
• Participate in training programmes and work closely with quality assurance leadership.
• Attend monthly quality assurance meetings.
• Play an important role in assisting the hospital in the achievement of departmental goals and objective.
• Assist in development of QIP (Quality Improvement Plans).
• Participate actively in clinical audit sessions. Effective use of material resources and hospital budget.

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Requirements :

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• At least six (6) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in a clinical specialty after obtaining the one (1) year post basic qualifications in Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
• At least three (3) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognize experience at Management Level/Night Supervisor in Obstetrics unit.Competencies/knowledge/skills. knowledge of legal prescripts that regulate nursing and health services.
• Computer Literacy is essential. Ability to work independently and innovatively.
• Facilitation and presentation skills. Problem solving and decision-making skills.

Duties :

• Delegate, supervise and co-ordinate the provision of the effective and efficient patient Care through adequate nursing care. Initiate and participate in Health promotion to ensure consistent communication of relevant, accurate and comprehensive information on health.
• Develop/establish and maintain constructive relationships with nursing and other stakeholders (i.e., interpersonal, inter-sectoral and multi-disciplines teamwork).
• Participate in the analysis formulation of nursing guidelines, norms, and standards.
• Manage effective utilization and supervision of human, financial and material resources. In the department.
• Provide management support, guidance, and direction to personnel under her or his supervision towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Department. Coordination of provision of effective training and research.
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
• Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, reviews and final assessment).

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Requirements :

• A Basic Nursing Diploma/ Degree as a Professional Nurse registered with the SANC.
• A minimum of eight (8) years appropriate experience as a Professional Nurse in direct patient care areas is needed.
• Three (3) years period referred above should be experience at Nursing Management level. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Quality Assurance

Duties :

• Ensure the monitoring and evaluation for the implementation of the National Core Standards (NCS) as determined by the Minister of Health.
• Provide Quality improvement Plans (QIP) and the implementation thereof.
• Facilitate access to National package of service including norms and standards.
• Facilitate conducting of patient satisfaction surveys and analysis of data. Ensure regular clinical audits.
• Ensure the implementation and monitoring of an adverse event program.
• The incumbent will be responsible for overall supervision and management of the staff involved in the Quality Assurance Programme.
• He /She will also be responsible for the smooth running of the department.
• The assessment, Planning, implementation and evaluation of quality assurance needs within the hospital will be his/her responsibility.
• The implementation of the following will also be his /her responsibility.
• The implementation of the National Quality Assurance Standards.
• Development of the necessary protocols/guidelines in alignment to be National requirements.
• Liaison between the hospital and the Provincial Quality Assurance Directorate. Participation in all departments in the hospital with regards to Quality Assurance Programme.

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Requirements :

• qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. A minimum of 6 years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• An additional Hospital management qualification will be an added advantage. Supervisory experience within a hospital domain will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge in Administration, Finance and Supply Chain Management, strong communication, customer management, leadership, interpersonal skills and strategic management.
• Problem solving, good analytical and decision-making skills.
• The prospective incumbent should have knowledge of good administration procedures relating to a specific working environment including norms and standards.
• Good planning and organizing skills. Sound knowledge and ability to implement policies and Public Service Legislative Frameworks such as (National Health Act, PFMA, Public Service Act and its regulations, Mental Health Act and other relevant Statutes).
• Must be able to work under pressure, cope with high workload and be willing to manage the Hospital after hours.

Duties :

• Responsible for the leadership and management of the delivery of clinical services to patients referred to Heidelberg Hospital.
• Participate actively administrative duties of the departments.
• Offer comprehensive quality level hospital services to patients.
• Optimally supervise departments, mentor, and coach junior medical staff.
• Support district health services.
• Participate in continuing medical education, as required by the HPCSA.
• Participate and network with other hospitals and in the cluster.
• Perform Clinical audits and provide support to other departments/disciplines to ensure effective and comprehensive clinical services regarding patients care and treatment. Lead and drive Continuing Professional Development (CPD)and Morbidity & Mortality (M&M) Programme.
• Ensure that quality assurance, including clinical audit is conducted in the department in line with Ideal Hospital Framework and lead the department. Conduct patient redress and compile reports for medico-legal cases.
• Serve as a senior member of the Hospital Executive Management team. Actively contribute to the formulation and implementation of the hospital operational plans. Support the hospital executive and general management with the day to day running of the hospital. Assist EXCO in the discharge of any responsibilities which have been delegated.
• Participate in the management of activities of Heidelberg Hospital as a whole and attend all applicable management meetings. Implement cost containment measures, analyze budget and ensure effective and efficient use of resources.
• Monitor commuted overtime and ensure adherence to RWOP’s policy.
• Maintain discipline and deal with grievances and labour related issues in terms of the laid down policies and procedures Management of personnel performance and reviews thereof, (Contracting, reviews and final assessments) and perform any other duties delegated by the Superiors.

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Requirements :

• Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Basic qualification accredited with South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of Government notice R425 (i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing) or Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent qualification in Psychiatric Nursing Science that allows registration with the SANC. Degree in Nursing Education registered with SANC.
• PND1: A minimum of 4 year’s appropriate and recognizable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC.
• PND2: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse and 10 years appropriate experience in Nursing Education.
• At least 2 years’ Psychiatric/Counselling work experience in a teaching and learning environment.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Sound communication, facilitation/ presentation and report writing skills.
• Computer literacy.

Duties :

The successful candidate will be responsible for amongst others, the following tasks:

• Develop, plan and implement students’ counselling and development programmes Facilitate/present study and life skills to improve students’ academic performance.
• Provide Counselling and support to students presenting with psycho-social challenges.
• Assessment and referral of individual students to relevant stakeholders.
• Promotion of students’ general welfare, personal and professional development.
• Advocate for students. Provide support and guidance to Students Leaders.
• Participate in the Marketing and Recruitment of prospective nursing students. Orientation of newly appointed students.
• Participate in research relevant to Nursing Education, Policy development, review and evaluation of student support programmes.
• Engage in own continuous professional development (CPD) related to student support.
• The ability to work in a team and under pressure. Perform any other duty delegated by supervisor.