Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General Nursing) (Permanent position)

This permanent Professional Nurse post, graded at Professional Nurse Level 1 to 3 in General Nursing, is based at Victoria Hospital under the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services. It offers an opportunity for qualified nurses to contribute to patient care and nursing management within a public sector hospital environment. The role is OSD-graded and forms part of the broader nursing team delivering general nursing services. The successful candidate will be expected to take responsibility for the planning, coordination and supervision of nursing care, while also supporting the development of junior staff and contributing to the overall quality of care provided in the institution.

Candidates must hold a basic R425 qualification, meaning a diploma or degree in nursing, or an equivalent qualification such as R683 plus R254, that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Alternatively, a four-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or an equivalent combination such as R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497 is acceptable. Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse is required. For appointment at Grade 1, no post-registration experience is needed. Grade 2 requires a minimum of ten years of appropriate and recognisable nursing experience after registration, while Grade 3 requires at least twenty years of such experience. There is also a special concession for applicants who do not yet meet the registration requirement: they may apply and be considered if they submit proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees on or before the day of the interview. This concession applies only to health professionals applying for the first time for registration in a specific category, including those who need to change their registration status.

The main duties include providing direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan, whether in clinical practice or patient care. The nurse will implement standards, practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing, ensuring that care is delivered in line with the Nursing Act and other relevant laws and regulations. The role also requires maintaining constructive working relationships with nursing colleagues and other stakeholders, and using human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Competencies required include sound knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, problem-solving and decision-making skills, report writing ability, health promotion and team building, as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.

The position demands flexibility, including a willingness to assist or rotate to other wards within the institution, and to work shifts, night shifts and overtime when required. The post is permanent and offers service benefits such as a thirteenth cheque, pension fund contributions, and allowances for housing and medical aid. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced and entry-level professional nurses seeking a stable career in the Western Cape public health sector.