Job Vacancies at Free State Department of Health

Requirements:

• Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse. Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education and Nursing Management or Nursing Administration, registered with SANC.
• A minimum of 8 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate or recognisable experience at management level and human capacity building. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Facilitation and communication skills (written and verbal). In-depth knowledge and understanding of nursing strategy of practice and nursing standards. Knowledge of all clinical programmes, including WBPHCOT programme.
• Basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Basic computer literacy, conflict management , problem solving and driving skills. Be able to work under pressure and extended hours.

Duties:

• Support the clerks to increase their technical capacity in data collection  Provide support to trainers to strengthen monitoring & evaluation components of their training programs ·
• Ensure consistent and correct use of data tools Monitor data collection, collation. Storage, analysis and reporting ensuring that data is audit worthy Analyse the training reports and address gaps. Collaborate with members of the health and social care teams to participate in decision-making pertaining to clinical trainings. ·
• Consult within the multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups when dealing with community health issues and needs. · Disseminate guidelines and new updates and developments related to training. Participate in multi-disciplinary quality assurance task teams. 
• Participate in peer review based on the agreed upon quality assurance monitoring indicators and training tools. Monitor the Provincial Master training plan · Develop and implement quality improvement plans. Identify and develop nursing interventions to achieve expected outcomes. Analyse reports from evaluation forms post trainings and give feedback to the Trainers ·
• Provide the Management with an ongoing comparison of the current reported performance outcomes against planned targets. Analyse staffing needs and develop a plan to meet the needs · Allocate nursing personnel in different units. Monitor the implementation of the PMDS.
• Carry out regular reviews and explore opportunities for professional development and ensure training and development of staff. Deal with grievances and labour relations issues in terms of the laid down policies/procedures i.e. manage workplace discipline. Compile and control duty roster, leave schedules and attendance register.
• Monitor and ensure that all nurses are licensed to practice. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways of containing health care costs without compromising standards. Motivate for relevant material resources. Manage and control assets. Develop the business plan in line with the strategic plan · Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensure that spending is maximized in line with strategic objectives.

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Requirements:

• Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/degree in nursing OR a 4 -year Bachelor's Degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
• Post graduate qualification in Health care management/ nursing administration. Current registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• A minimum of 8 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience at management level. Recognisable experience in the field/program applied for. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Monitor and analyse morbidity and mortality trends in maternal and perinatal care.

Duties:

• Supervise and coordinate the provision of effective and efficient patient care through adequate health care. Initiate and participate in health promotion ensure consistent communication of relevant, accurate and comprehensive information on health care.
• Develop / establish and maintain constructive working relationships with relevant stakeholders (i.e. inter-professional, inter-sectoral and multi-disciplinary teams).
• Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of health guidelines, practices, standards and procedures. Manage and ensure effective utilization of resources.

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Requirements:

• Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR a 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse. Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• A minimum of 8 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience at management level. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• In depth knowledge on the prevention, management and control of Non-Communicable Diseases. Knowledge of National Strategic Plan on the prevention and control of Non-Communicable Diseases and National Policy Framework and Strategy on Palliative Care.
• Knowledge of the key stakeholders and their relevancy. Ability to assist in formulation of patient care related policies. Ability to teach and train staff within a team. Appropriate understanding of nursing scope of practice and nursing standards.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint presentation). Planning, organising, leading, controlling, delegation, supervisory, communication, motivation, decision-making and problem solving. Basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices.

Duties:

• Ensure the development and implementation of policy guidelines and protocols for Non-Communicable Diseases and Palliative Care. Ensure the development and implementation of policy guidelines and strategic or operational plans.
• Maintain service satisfaction through training and quality improvement. Ensure staff development and performance management by implementation of related human resource policies.
• Ensure effective utilisation of resources in line with applicable PFMA and Supply Chain Management policies. Ensure implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programme and related contracts.

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Requirements:

• Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174)or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education with a duration of at least one year accredited by SANC.
• A minimum of 7 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Good understanding of skills development policies , HIV/AIDS management and all treatment policies and guidelines. Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication, interpersonal, problem solving, computer literacy, driving and conflict management skills. Knowledge of key priority health programs and key priority health programs. Knowledge of all clinical programmes, including WBPHCOT programme.

Duties:

• Ensure the implementation of policies and guidelines in the province Develop an annual training plan for the district and province including the relevant stakeholders, according to the identified needs  Coordinate and train personnel according to the training plan, including relevant stakeholders · Participate in the analysis of data on programme indicators and assist in developing action plans to address identified needs.
• Monitor the training progress and compile reports quarterly. Develop good working relationships within the department and with stakeholders. Participate with members of health team in decision-making regarding clinical training
• Consult and collaborate with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups. Participate in and represent RTC at various forms. Liaise and coordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions, other structures and organisations. Attend meetings and communicate on a regular basis with various stakeholders.
• Develop relationships across diverse groups of stakeholders. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways containing health care costs without compromising standards. Motivate for relevant material resources. · Manage and control assets.  Develop the business plan in line with the strategic plan.
• Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensue the spending is maximised in line with strategic objectives. Convene regular meetings for planning and implementation of clinical trainings in the province · Ensure procurement & preparation of material
• Ensure distribution & allocation of material to different Districts · Liaise with District Program Coordinators to ensure that the scheduled training logistics are in order · Implement appropriate training methods for targeted audience

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Requirements:

• Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174)or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education with a duration of at least one year accredited by SANC.
• A minimum of 7 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Valid drivers licence.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Good understanding of skills development policies , HIV/AIDS management and all treatment policies and guidelines. Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good communication, interpersonal, problem solving, computer literacy, driving and conflict management skills. Knowledge of key priority health programs and key priority health programs. Knowledge of all clinical programmes, including WBPHCOT programme.

Duties:

• Ensure the implementation of policies and guidelines in the province Develop an annual training plan for the district and province including the relevant stakeholders, according to the identified needs  Coordinate and train personnel according to the training plan, including relevant stakeholders · Participate in the analysis of data on programme indicators and assist in developing action plans to address identified needs.
• Monitor the training progress and compile reports quarterly. Develop good working relationships within the department and with stakeholders. Participate with members of health team in decision-making regarding clinical training
• Consult and collaborate with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups. Participate in and represent RTC at various forms. Liaise and coordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions, other structures and organisations. Attend meetings and communicate on a regular basis with various stakeholders.
• Develop relationships across diverse groups of stakeholders. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways containing health care costs without compromising standards. Motivate for relevant material resources. · Manage and control assets.  Develop the business plan in line with the strategic plan.
• Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensue the spending is maximised in line with strategic objectives. Convene regular meetings for planning and implementation of clinical trainings in the province · Ensure procurement & preparation of material
• Ensure distribution & allocation of material to different Districts · Liaise with District Program Coordinators to ensure that the scheduled training logistics are in order · Implement appropriate training methods for targeted audience

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Requirements:

• Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/degree in nursing OR a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in nursing (R174)or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse.
• Diploma in Health Care Management/ Nursing Administration or relevant Diploma or Degree in Management. Midwifery will be added as advantage. A minimum of 9 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience at management level. Recognisable experience in the field/program applied for. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a professional nurse.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Monitor and analyse morbidity and mortality trends in maternal and perinatal care.

Duties:

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the division/program. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality care through proper management of health care program. Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, procedure and standards pertaining to nursing healthcare. Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage nursing/healthcare information for the enhancement of service delivery.
• Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.

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Requirements:

• Senior Certificate/ Grade 12. Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. Initial and current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa ( HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
• Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration with Health Profession Council of South Africa ( HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration with Health Profession Council of South Africa ( HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. Current annual registration with HPCSA (2026/2027).

Knowledge and Skills:

• ACLS, ATLS, APLS. Medical expertise, clinical competence, medical regulations, research and analysis.
• Communication, empathy and compassion. Problem solving, leadership and teamwork, adaptability and attention to detail.

Duties:

• Patient care and clinical duties: Management of all medical conditions to ensure that a competent service is provided to all patients. Briefing, informing and counselling patients and where appropriate relatives regarding prevention, treatment operative, complications and rehabilitation.
• Endeavour to become skilled in resuscitative measures and intensive care treatment to assure survival of critically ill-patients. Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and assist in medical procedures and surgeries.
• Team leadership: Supervise junior staff in order to provide adequate medical care and to train them to be able to do key medical interventions.
• Documentation: Reduce medical litigation by exercising good clinical ethos, complete medico-legal, documentation and maintain accurate medical records.
• Compliance and quality: Perform clinical governance and ensure compliance with all legal and statutory requirements with FSDoH, OHSC, HPCSA, CMSA and UFS.
• Administrative and operational: Consult patients on an outpatient basis to have optimal chronic disease management and good long term follow up. Render outreach and support services to other levels of care in our drainage areas (Free State Province). Perform all reasonable duties as directed by the Head of Department / Head of Clinical Unit. Conducting clinical audits. Monitoring and evaluating of relevant clinical effectiveness indicators.

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Requirements:

• Matric, qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Nursing Assistant or Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary.
• Grade 1: None after registration with the SANC in Nursing Assistant.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration with the SANC as Nursing Assistant.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration with the SANC as Nursing Assistant. Registration with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Nursing Assistant for 2026.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Strong ability to work within a team. Ability to work independently, under pressure and meet deadlines. Be willing to travel extensively. Knowledge of treatment policies and guidelines. Excellent current clinical competencies and skills.

Duties:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (Maintain hygiene of patient, provide nutrition and assist with mobility and elimination process).
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality and provide optimal patient care assistance with elimination processes. Provide elementary clinical nursing care. Measures, interprets and record vital signs. Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment.
• Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering of oral medication). Escort patients for clinical investigation when required. Participate in infection prevention and control activities. Report and record patient incidents as per hospital protocols. Relieve in other wards when necessary.
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the South African Nursing Counsel. Must be willing to work day and night shifts.

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Requirements:

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• OR - A 3-year Diploma in General Nursing (R171) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nurse. Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse or General Nurse. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nursing.

Experience:

• Grade 1: None after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Current registration with SANC (2026/2027). Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse for 2026.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to communicate issues in a tactful manner. Problem solving skills. Numerary skills. Commitment. Professionalism. Loyal and confident Computer literate. Time management and team player.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to function with multidisciplinary team. Knowledge and understanding of National Core Standards and Ideal Clinic realization program. Strong management and leadership skills. Computer literacy.

Duties:

• To ensure a comprehensive nursing treatment and care services in delivered to patients in a cost effective and equitable manner. Ensure compliance to professional and ethical practice.
• Coordination of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care provided within set standards and professional/ legal framework. Provision of effective training and research. Maintain professional growth/legal standards and self-development. Manage effectively the utilization and supervision.
• Provide holistic nursing care patients in a specialty unit, in a cost effective, efficient and equitable manner. Ensure compliance to National Core Standards and ten-point plan. Management of assets. Identify, manage and control risks. Data management and report writing.