Operational Manager Specialty – Trauma & Emergency

Requirements

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing) that allows registration with the ‘South African Nursing Council’ (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post basic qualification in Intensive Critical Care / Trauma & Emergency, with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC. Certificates of Registration with the SANC (General Nursing). Current registration with the SANC (2026) A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least five (5) years of the above experience must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Intensive Critical Care / Trauma & Emergency after obtaining the post-basic qualification. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Patients' Rights Charter and relevant Department of Health policies. Sound knowledge of Orthopaedic Nursing standards, protocols and clinical guidelines. Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational and problem- solving skills. Ability to manage human, financial and material resources effectively. Good communication, interpersonal, conflict management and report-writing skills. Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Labour Relations and Performance Management Systems. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic specialized trauma and emergency nursing care within set standards and professional/ legal framework. Plan, organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the Emergency department to ensure quality patient care. Monitor and promote infection prevention and control practices, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure effective management and utilization of human, financial, and material resources. Monitor financial resources with emphases on cost containment and keeping of all records within financial policies regarding procurement and the policy regarding revenue generation. Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care. Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards. Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plan. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective and equitable service delivery. Coordinate and facilitate orientation, in-service training mentoring and continuous professional development of staff. Compile and submit reports, statistics and other information required. Participate in research activities and promote evidence-based nursing practice. Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.

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Notes

Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form (Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on or before the interviews. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a day, 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. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department). CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026