OPERATIONAL MANAGER- SPECIALTY

Job Overview

Port Shepstone Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal is hiring an Operational Manager-Specialty (Critical Care) under reference PSH 10/2026. The role offers R720,819 per annum plus a 12% rural allowance, housing, and medical aid benefits. Candidates must possess a Diploma/Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery, a post-basic qualification in Critical Care or Emergency & Trauma Nursing, a Health Service Management qualification, current SANC registration, and extensive clinical and supervisory experience. Responsibilities include leadership, clinical governance, resource management, and staff development within specialized units.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
• Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Science
• Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing Science
• 1-year post-basic qualification in Critical Care / Emergency & Trauma Nursing Science
• Diploma / Degree in Health Service Management
• Current registration with SANC as General Nurse, Midwife / Accoucher, Critical Care / Emergency & Trauma Nursing Science, and Health Service Management
• A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognizable clinical experience in a hospital environment after registration as a General Nurse
• At least 5 years of the above clinical experience should be in Intensive Care Unit & CCU / Trauma & Emergency department after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification
• Valid SANC receipt 2026
• In-depth knowledge of nursing legislation, nursing ethics, and professional practice
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, and Patients' Rights Charter
• Sound knowledge of Nephrology Nursing standards, protocols, and clinical guidelines
• Leadership, supervisory, planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ensure the provision of optimal, holistic specialized Intensive Care, Renal Dialysis and Trauma & Emergency nursing units within set standards and professional / legal frameworks
• Plan, organise, coordinate, monitor nursing activities and disaster management in the Critical Care 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 with emphasis on cost containment
• Supervise and support nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to protocols, policies, and standards of care
• Monitor implementation of clinical governance programmes and quality assurance standards
• Evaluate staff on work performance and implement employer assistance plans
• Ensure that the unit complies with OHSC and IHRM Standards
• 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 required information
• Participate in research activities and promote evidence-based nursing practice
• Champion and monitor the implementation of CPD programs as per SANC CPD Framework

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