Professional Nurse (Specialty) Grade 1/2

Requirements

Matric/Grade 12 Certificate. Degree / Diploma qualification that allows registration to General Nursing & Midwifery plus a relevant post basic qualification (Diploma in Advanced Midwifery & Neonatal Nursing Science). Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC). Current 156 SANC receipt (2026). Experience required: Grade 1 is a minimum of 4 years’ experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. Grade 2 is a minimum of 14 years’ experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing at least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in the relevant specialty. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of South African Nursing Act (Act 33 of 2005) and SANC regulation. Knowledge of Public Service Acts, regulations and policies. National Health Act. Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks. Knowledge of Maternity care guidelines (latest South African guidelines). Knowledge of guidelines for saving mothers and saving babies. Knowledge of essential steps in managing obstetric emergencies (ESMOE). Knowledge of essential care of the new-born (ECN). Knowledge of basic Ante Natal Care (BANC Plus) and MBFHI. Management of obstetric emergencies (PPH, eclampsia, shoulder dystocia, cord prolapse etc). Maternal and Perinatal death surveillance and response. Knowledge of Ideal hospital framework, quality assurance and clinical governance. Leadership and supervision, good communication, verbal, written, leadership, interpersonal, problem solving, conflict management and decision-making skills. Health information systems and recordkeeping, data analysis and use of health indicators. Knowledge and experience in implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patient’s Rights Charter, Code of Conduct. Team building and diversity Management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive specialist midwifery care to antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, and neonatal patients according to national and provincial guidelines. Provision of quality services through setting standards, policies and procedures. Reduction of maternal and child mortality and morbidity rate. Initiate and lead all obstetric programs i.e. PPP, PMTCT, CARMA MBFHI, ESMOE, etc. Manage obstetric and neonatal emergencies, initiating appropriate treatment and timely referral where necessary. Implement maternal and perinatal quality improvement programmes, including maternal death reviews, perinatal mortality meetings, and clinical audits. Participate in the implementation of National Priorities clinical guidelines, protocols. Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff, student nurses, and community service nurses in the maternity unit. Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues. Assist in development of all nursing staff. Ensure infection prevention and control (IPC) measures and maintain patient safety standards. Maintain accurate patient records, statistics, and reports in accordance with Department of Health policies. Promote maternal, new-born, and family health education, including breastfeeding support and family planning. Provide a Safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment for patients, visitors and staff. Ensure availability and proper management of medicines, equipment, and supplies within the maternity unit. Participate in continuous professional development (CPD), research, and implementation of evidence- based practice. Comply with legal, ethical, and professional standards, including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Batho Pele Principles, Patients' Rights Charter, and other relevant policies.

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Notes

Applicants are requested to apply with a new Z83 Application Form obtainable at any Government Department or the website www.kznhealth.gov.za (effective from 01.01.2021). The Z83 form must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. Clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on Z83. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). Information such as Educational qualifications, date(s) of registration with council, relevant work experience and periods in service should be clearly indicated on the CV. Applicants are not required to submit Copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. General information: Short- listed candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determine by the KZN Department of Health. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following 157 checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). People with disabilities should feel free to apply. Males are encouraged to apply for this post. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must consider their applications unsuccessful. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have a foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All employees in the Public Service that are presently on the same salary level but on a notch/package above of the advertised post are free to apply. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be assessed. Due severe budgetary constraints that the hospital is currently facing, candidates are respectfully advised that the following cost-cutting measures will apply: Subsistence & Travelling (S&T) allowance claims will not be processed. Resettlement and or relocation claims will not be paid. The Hospital has a limited accommodation; therefore, incumbents appointed for the post should arrange their own private accommodation prior the assumption of duty NB: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s and/or certified copies of qualifications and registration certificates (where applicable) prior to the date of the interview. CLOSING DATE : 17 August 2026