STAFF NURSE: GRADE 1 – 2 (SHIFTS) (X2 POSTS)

The Limpopo Department of Health is advertising two Staff Nurse posts at Grade 1 and Grade 2 levels, with one position based at Mankweng Hospital and the other at Letaba Hospital. These are shift-working nursing roles in a hospital environment, so successful applicants must be willing to work after hours, be on call, and perform shift duties as required. The posts are suitable for individuals who hold a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or Matric) together with a nursing qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Staff Nurse. Candidates must also have current registration with the SANC as an Enrolled Nurse.

For appointment at Grade 1, no post-registration experience is required after registration as a Staff Nurse with the SANC. For Grade 2, applicants need a minimum of ten years of appropriate and recognisable nursing experience after their registration as a Staff Nurse. The role demands a basic knowledge of the laws that govern the nursing profession, as well as solid basic nursing skills. The main duty of the position is to implement nursing care within the scope of practice for Enrolled Nurses, meaning the post holder will be responsible for delivering direct patient care in line with SANC regulations and departmental protocols.

The department has set out several conditions that applicants should note. Applications must be submitted through the prescribed process, with only a comprehensive CV attached in the required format; zipped, image, and JPEG documents will not be accepted. The new Z83 application form must be fully completed and signed, with all relevant sections filled in or appropriately cross-referenced to the CV. Shortlisted candidates will need to attend an interview and provide certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a valid identity document, and proof of current SANC registration. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and proof of evaluation must be submitted. All recommended candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, and qualification verification. Successful appointees will be required to enter into a performance agreement and sign an oath of secrecy.

These posts provide an opportunity for enrolled nurses to formalise their careers as staff nurses in public hospitals within Limpopo. Because the roles involve shift work, flexibility and a commitment to after-hours and on-call service are essential. Applicants are urged to read the full conditions of the post before applying and to ensure that all required documentation is complete, as non-compliance with the application instructions may lead to disqualification. The positions are based at two different hospitals, so applicants should indicate their preferred centre when applying.