OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (GENERAL: POST NATAL) Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services

Job Overview

Paarl Hospital is seeking an Operational Manager (Nursing: Post Natal) to lead clinical services. The role involves managing human and financial resources, ensuring quality patient care, and participating in training and research. Candidates must hold a nursing degree/diploma, be registered with SANC, and possess at least 7 years of post-registration experience. The position requires strong leadership, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to work shifts and after-hours. Salary is R571 161 per annum.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent allowing SANC registration as a Professional Nurse
• OR 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing or equivalent allowing SANC registration as a Professional Nurse
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse
• Minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, on-call, and relief night matron duties
• Availability for after-hours hospital cover, weekends, public holidays, and overtime
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of nursing legislation and public sector policies
• Strong leadership, organisational, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, coordinate, and maintain optimal quality nursing services
• Participative management and utilisation of human resources
• Manage and monitor financial resources of clinical areas
• Initiate and participate in training, development, and research
• Deliver support services to the Nursing Division and the institution
• Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and leadership

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