ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING- GENERAL

Job Overview

Port Shepstone Hospital is hiring an Assistant Manager Nursing- General (X1 Post) under reference PSH 08/2026. The role offers an all-inclusive remuneration package of R720 819 per annum plus optional rural allowance. Candidates must hold a Diploma or Degree in General Nursing, Midwifery, Psychiatry, and Health Service Management, alongside current SANC registration and at least 10 years of clinical experience, including 3 years as an Operational Manager. Applications can be submitted via email or post.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
• Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science
• Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science
• Diploma / Degree in Psychiatry
• Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management
• Certificate in computer course
• Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher, Psychiatry and Health Service Management
• A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment after registration as a General Nurse
• At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable experience as an Operational Manager Nursing
• Valid SANC receipt 2026
• In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics and professional practice
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies including Nursing Act, National Health Act, OHSA, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, and Patient's Rights Charter
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic nursing units within set standards and professional / legal framework
• Plan, organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the domain 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
• Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensure adherence to protocols, policies and standard of care
• Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards
• Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM 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
• Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD program as per SANC CPD framework

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