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Requirements

Experience

A minimum of 8 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC.

At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience at management level.

Duties

Provide strategic leadership and overall management of nursing services within the district hospital.

Ensure alignment of nursing services with provincial and national health priorities.

Participate in hospital executive management and contribute to institutional planning and policy development.

Ensure delivery of safe, effective, patient-centred, and evidence-based nursing care.

Oversee implementation of Ideal Hospital standards, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.

Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control, patient safety, and risk management protocols.

Participate in managing recruitment, placement, performance management, and development of nursing personnel.

Ensure optimal staffing levels and equitable allocation of nursing staff across all service areas.

Promote continuous professional development, mentorship, and skills development.

Address labour relations issues in line with relevant legislation and policies.

Manage nursing-related budgets and resources in line with PFMA and departmental guidelines.

Ensure efficient utilisation of equipment, consumables, and infrastructure.

Participate in procurement planning and asset management processes.

Support PHC re- engineering and integration between the district hospital and surrounding clinics/CHCs.

Strengthen referral systems and continuity of care within the district.

Collaborate with District Management Teams, NGOs, and community structures.

Ensure accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of health information data.

Monitor key performance indicators related to nursing services.

Submit required reports to district and provincial authorities.

How to apply

Email: nchealthhr-jtg@ncpg.gov.za

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Notes

All applicants must complete an application register when an application is hand delivered.