top of page
< Back

Professional Nurse Specialty: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Service, Pediatric Nursing Service, Intensive Care Nursing Service, Operating Theatre Nursing, Trauma and Emergency Nursing Service, Orthopedic Nursing Science. (Pnb1–2) (x3 posts)

Department of Health (Free State)

Province:

Free State

Salary:

R495 423

Closing Date: 

November 16, 2026

DPSA Vacancy Circular:

39 of 2026

200

Find the original in the DPSA circular:

Duties 

Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practises. Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the relevant health facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the relevant health facility. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians, including report writing when required. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure good nursing care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able top plan and organise own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patients needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele). Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able to plan and organise own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient's needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele).

Key Requirements 

Senior Certificate, Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse in General Nursing. OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) (2026/2027). A post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in any one of the following specialties: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Service, Pediatric Nursing Service, Intensive Care Nursing Service, Operating Theatre Nursing, Trauma and Emergency Nursing Service, Orthopedic Nursing Science. Knowledge and Skills: Good communication skills and interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure. Computer Literacy.

WHERE TO APPLY
Free State Provincial Department of Health utilises an e-Recruitment System (applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://www.erecruitment.fs.gov.za

WHAT TO SEND
• A completed and signed Z83 form
• A detailed, up-to-date CV
• Certified copies of your ID and qualifications (check the advert)
• Documents as a PDF

GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: H/P/35/2026
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
• Late applications are not accepted

Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 200.

Enquiries 

Mr. T Tsoho Tel No: (057) 916 8285

Need help applying

Jobs sourced from the official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular. Khumbu Digitals is not affiliated with any government department. Always confirm details in the official advert, and never pay anyone to apply for a government job.

bottom of page