Operational Manager Nursing

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.

Operational Manager Nursing (General Unit: Male Ward)

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: CWD198/2025

Robertson Hospital

Experience:

A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse and Midwife.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Effective management of nursing care, which includes effective utilization of human, financial and physical resources in the male ward. Ensure quality nursing care throughout the hospital through participation in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices standards and procedures. Provision of effective support and standby duty for Nursing Management. Implement and oversee effective processes and practices regarding all statistical information needed to render a quality health service. Supervise, plan and implement the provision of effective and efficient infection control measures. Maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Competencies (Knowledge/ Skills):

Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing s within the public sector and basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Effective communication, interpretation, leadership, decision-making and conflict resolution and organizational skills. Knowledge of health applications i.e. Clinicom, SINJANI and HECTIS.

Enquiries:

Mrs. SM Kortje, tel. no

Note:

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be required to do a practical test and will be subjected to a Competency Assessment. The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within (Langeberg Sub District), 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.

Registration With A Professional Council:

Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife and proof of current registration. (i.e., annual licencing receipt of 2025)

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Work after-hours, shifts, weekends and public holidays when required. Standby for Hospital. Valid (code B/EB) driver's licence. Willingness to assist in other wards when required.

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R per annum (Plus a 8% rural allowance of your annual basic salary) 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