OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL STREAM)

Job Overview

Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is hiring an Operational Manager Nursing: Grade 1 (General Stream) for Medical Outpatient Department (MOPD) Services. The salary ranges from R571 161 to R644 613 per annum plus benefits. Candidates must possess a basic R425 qualification in General Nursing and Midwifery, current SANC registration, and at least 7 years of appropriate nursing experience as a Professional Nurse. Responsibilities include clinical nursing practice, multi-disciplinary teamwork, quality improvement participation, and shift work including nights and weekends. Applications can be submitted via mail, hand delivery, or the online e-Recruitment portal.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery) allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Certificates of Registration with the SANC (General Nursing and Midwifery).
• Current registration with the SANC for 2026.
• A minimum of seven (7) years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• Computer literacy will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.
• Possess communication skills for dealing with patients, supervisors, and multidisciplinary team members, including report writing.
• Good human relations displaying concern for patients, promoting proper treatment, and applying Batho Pele principles.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and Financial policies and practices.
• Ability to plan and organise own work, time, and support personnel.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure cost-effective, equitable, and efficient nursing care in Medical Outpatient Department (MOPD) services.
• Perform quality comprehensive clinical nursing practice in accordance with scope of practice and nursing standards.
• Ensure compliance to professional and ethical practice within the legal framework.
• Work effectively and amicably at a supervisory level with persons of diverse backgrounds.
• Perform duties as delegated by the supervisor and relief duties of the assistant nurse manager’s office as required.
• Ensure implementation of programs relevant to the area of speciality.
• Serve in quality improvement, IPC, and Health and Safety committees.
• Work shifts as per allocation, including night shifts, weekends, and Public Holidays.

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