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Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General: Primary Health Care)

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 quality comprehensive nursing care within the Primary Health Care context. Maintain ethical practise within legal and regulatory frameworks. Maintain a constructive working relationship with all relevant stakeholders of the Primary Health Care Team. Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in training programmes and research activities. Maintain workplace disciplinary of sub-ordinates.

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 overtime when needed. Valid driver's license and willingness to drive a mobile clinic vehicle. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Planning and organisational Skills. Self-discipline and motivation. The ability to function independently under pressure. Good communication skills.

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 A Lamprecht Tel No: (044) 604 - 6106

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