Operational Manager Nursing (Speciality) Neonatal

Requirements

Basic R425 Degree / Diploma in General Nursing and midwifery. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Current registration with SANC (2026). At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in Neonatal after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in Neonatal / Critical care nursing science. Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies: Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to make independent decisions, problem solving and conflict resolution. An understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector. Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Proven management ability, sound communication, negotiation, planning, organizing, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills. Knowledge on nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal framework.

Key Responsibilities

Provide quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the institution, District Office and Provincial Office. Develop and implement quality assurance programs, policies and operational plan for NICU unit to ensure compliance with ideal Hospital and norms and standards. Provide a consultative service and expert opinion on neonate related matters at Ladysmith Regional Hospital with the staffing norms. Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues. Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards related to these services. Comply with the guidelines, protocols and clinical audits, in the department as to optimize patient care in neonatal intensive care unit with the resources available. Develop/ establish and maintain constructive working relationship with other stakeholders. Display a concern for patients, promoting, advocating and facilitating proper treatment and care and ensuring that the unit adhere to the principles of Batho Pele. Be actively involved in human and material resources. Participate in both academic and administrative activities. Ensure reduction of neonatal mortality and morbidity. Take a lead in accurate data collection, verification and submission using prescribed source documents. Ensure availability of resources for smooth running of the unit. ENQUIRIES Mrs. T.M. Buthelezi (Deputy Manager Nursing) Tel No: (036) 637 2111

How to Apply

Notes

This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Note: The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to apply. Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za.The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. Ref 13/2018. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for these posts. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Failure to 105 PUBLIC comply will result in the application not being considered”. Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026