OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING GRADE 1 (GENERAL: NIGHT DUTY) Cape Winelands Health District

Job Overview

The Cape Winelands TB Centre is seeking an Operational Manager Nursing (Grade 1) for night duty. The role involves managing patient care, human resources, and quality assurance during night shifts. Candidates must hold a nursing diploma or degree, be registered with the SANC, and possess at least 7 years of post-registration experience. The position requires leadership, computer literacy, and the ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. A valid driver's license and willingness to perform standby duties are essential. Selection includes a practical and competency test.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent allowing SANC registration as a Professional Nurse.
• 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.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and day/night duty.
• Valid Code B/EB driver’s license.
• Ability to perform compulsory standby duties.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Knowledge of relevant public sector nursing legislation and policy.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise, and coordinate patient care and human resources on night duty.
• Provide strategic leadership to realize organizational goals and objectives.
• Implement policies, regulations, and professional practices.
• Collect, verify, and submit accurate midnight reports and shift handovers.
• Conduct quality assurance through clinical record audits and ward rounds.
• Manage patient safety incidents and complaints.
• Coordinate and provide in-service training for night duty staff.
• Utilize information management systems to enhance patient care and service delivery.

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