Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General Nursing: HIV/AIDS/STI/TB) (Permanent position)

Government Entity	Western Cape - Department of Health and Wellness
Location	Western Cape
Reference Number	MHS455/2026
Salary	Grade 1: R 337 359 - R 397 392 per annum, Grade 2: R 411 978 - R 485 289 per annum, Grade 3: R 495 423 - R 635 088 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
Centre / Location	Stikland Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
Closing Date	August 7, 2026
Source and Application	scubedonline.co.za/wcdh

Reference No: MHS455/2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Enquiries: Mr M Gayiya . (021) 940 - 4424

Remuneration

Grade 1: R 337 359 - R 397 392 per annum, Grade 2: R 411 978 - R 485 289 per annum, Grade 3: R 495 423 - R 635 088 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Provision of optimal, holistic nursing care to mental users with set standards within a professional/legal framework. Effective utilization of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Provision of Support to Nursing Services. Participation in-training and research.

Registration with a professional council

Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

Minimum educational qualification

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

Experience

Grade1: None Grade2: A minimum of 10 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Knowledge of the Provincial HIV/AIDS/STI/TB programmes and the Strategic Plan. Computer literacy (MS Word, Power point and Excel). Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of the Mental Health Care Act, Child Care Act, Nursing Act and other relevant legislation. Appropriate experience working with HIV/AIDS/TB patients.

Note

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

Requirements

ExperienceGrade1: None Grade2: A minimum of 10 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. NoteCandidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).