Staff Nurse (Grade 1)

Requirements

Standard 10 certificate/Grade 12 Enrolled Nursing certificate. Current Registration with SANC as Enrolled Nurse (2026 receipt) Knowledge, Skills And Competencies: Understanding of the nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Good interpersonal relations, communication skills, basic writing skills, basic interpersonal skills and ability to function and work as part of a team. Knowledge of Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Ethical Code of Conduct, basic labour Relations. All nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks, such as Nursing Act, Health Act, and scope of practice as a staff nurse. Planning and organizing, report writing skills.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure the rendering of nursing care under the direct and indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse as directed by the Scope of Practice. Provide health education according to the knowledge and Scope of Practice. Maintain client satisfaction through quality service, innovation and nursing care by upholding the principles of Batho Pele and Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities. Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care. Ensure that infection control and health and safety standards are maintained at all times. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical use of allocated resources including human resources. Maintain accurate records and confidentiality.

How to Apply

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Notes

Directions to the Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or 135 PUBLIC before the day of the interview date. NB: Proof of current and previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Manager (Certificate of service and service record) must be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z.83 e.g. reference number KDHC 05/2026. NB: Failure to comply with above instructions will disqualify applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: (security checks, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications) Please note that due to the large number of applications anticipated, applicants will not be acknowledged, however, they will be advised of the outcome of their applications, in due course. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications’ 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. NB: Due to budgetary constraints, shortlisted candidates will not be entitled to S&T payment for attending interviews. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department). CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.