Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty Nursing: OPD; Orthopaedics)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS823/2025

Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Basic R425 qualification ( Degree/Diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A Post basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Orthopaedic Nursing.

Note:

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post-basic qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Orthopaedic Nursing. The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Experience:

Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of this period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in specific specialty after obtaining the one-year post- basic qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Orthopaedic Nursing.

Enquiries:

Mr R Geswindt tel. no

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Provide an optimal, holistic, specialized Nursing Care within set standards and within a professional, legal framework as a Professional Specialist Nurse in Orthopaedic Nursing. Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders. Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in research and training and development of community, staff and students to achieve optimal health care and rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients. Assist with administrative duties, e.g. data collation and reporting.

Registration With A Professional Council:

Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Competencies (Knowledge/ Skills):

Sound knowledge and understanding of nursing and health service-related acts, legislation, policies and practices. Problem solving, report writing, liaison and facilitation skills. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and use of Internet Ability to lift and turn patients, stand for long hours and lift heavy equipment.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

To work shifts including weekends, public holidays and night duty. To rotate to other units within the Orthopaedics department.

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R R per annum, Grade 2: R R per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:

12/5/2025 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

Closing date: 1/9/2026 12:00:00 AM