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Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General: Female/ Children's Wards)

Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape)

Province:

Western Cape

Salary:

R337 359 per annum

Closing Date: 

November 16, 2026

DPSA Vacancy Circular:

39 of 2026

299

Find the original in the DPSA circular:

Duties 

Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice or patient care). Implement standards, practices, criteria, and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice). Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing and health care. Maintain constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders. Utilise human, material, and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Provision of support to nursing services.

Key Requirements 

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends. Willingness to rotate to other wards in the hospital. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic Computer literacy (MS Office). Ability to function independently, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal). Knowledge of nursing practices and Infection Prevention and Control measures.

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click "online applications").

WHAT TO SEND
• A completed and signed Z83 form

GOOD TO KNOW
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment

Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 299.

Enquiries 

Ms JA Mahlangu Tel No: (044)604 - 6104

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