NURSING ASSISTANT GRADE 1 (X1 POST)

This vacancy is for a Nursing Assistant Grade 1, a single post based at the Seshego Treatment Centre under the Department of Social Development. The role provides frontline nursing support within a treatment facility, working under the direction of professional nurses to deliver basic and elementary clinical care to patients. As an entry-level nursing position, it offers an opportunity to contribute to the department’s care and rehabilitation services while gaining practical experience in a public health and social development setting.

To be considered, applicants must hold a qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant or Auxiliary Nurse, and must currently be registered with SANC as an Enrolled Nursing Assistant. The department requires knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, as well as a sound understanding of the legal framework governing nursing, including the Nursing Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Patient Rights Charter. Strong communication and facilitation skills are essential, along with liaison and networking abilities, information management skills, and computer literacy.

The main duties include providing quality basic nursing care and elementary clinical nursing care to patients, always practising in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. The nursing assistant is expected to maintain professional growth, uphold ethical standards, and pursue self-development. Efficient and effective utilisation of human, material and physical resources is also a key responsibility. Administrative functions include report writing, updating the client register, filing records, and transferring patients to other health facilities when necessary.

This is a grade 1 post with an NA1 salary scale, and the department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance, verification of qualifications, and two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise to determine technical and generic suitability, and an integrity assessment. The recommended candidate will undergo a personnel suitability check. Applicants with foreign qualifications are responsible for having them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Certified copies of identity documents, qualifications and other relevant documents need only be submitted by shortlisted candidates on or before the interview date. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If no feedback is received within three months of the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful. The department will not cover any costs for attending interviews, including transport, accommodation or meals.