Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General) (Various components) (5 posts) (Permanent position)

Reference No: MHS505/2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Enquiries: Mr. Thiery Yusi, tel.no. (021) 440 3348

Remuneration

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

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 a change in registration status)”.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Good interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills. Computer literacy in MS Office and Outlook. Knowledge of the Mental Health Care Act, Child Care Act, Nursing Act and other relevant legislation.

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.

Registration with a professional council

Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Proof of annual registration with SANC.

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.

Experience

Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing

Inherent requirements of the job

Willingness to perform shift work, rotation in night duty and over weekends/public holidays. Willingness to work in all departments/wards according to the operational needs of the hospital.