Professional Nurse (Specialty Nursing) PN-B1

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING NOTES CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE NEW Z83 FORM AND UPLOAD IT IN PDF FORMAT, FAILURE OF WHICH THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT AND ALL THOSE WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED MUST PLEASE RE-APPLY. Only online applications on (http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za) will be considered; no hardcopy or emailed applications will be accepted.

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed new Z83 form, obtainable from any government department or on the Internet on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed (please refer to the left side of the Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and an updated detailed CV.

The information on the new Z83 must be the same with that of the CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Failure to submit any of the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.

Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The Provincial Government of Gauteng is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity in employment, especially of race, gender, and disability. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – verification, upon appointment within the Department.

This verification process entails reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, social media checks as well as a credit/financial stability check. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

A Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse plus a 1 year post basic qualification in Critical Care Nursing Science. Proof of current registration with SANC. A Minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.

Theatre experience will be an advantage. Must be computer literate. The candidate must be conversant with relevant guidelines in the health sector for a mother and child facility including the HIV Guidelines and the data required for maternal and neonatal health.

The professional nurse must provide nursing care as part of the multidisciplinary team and actively participate in decision making, actively participate in morbidity and mortality meetings relevant to the department and act in the best interest of quality patient care in a mother and child facility. Good communication skills, verbal and written. Understanding of National Core Standards (Ideal Hospital), able to work under pressure.

Must be able to maintain respect and dignity of patients and relatives.

Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional and legal framework. Effective utilisation of resources. Participation in training and research. Provisioning of Support to Nursing Services. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development and always lead by example. Promotion of a scientific, high-quality nursing care that is cost effective and efficient.

Ms L Rose 011 470 9033 / 9030