PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: ADVANCED MIDWIFERY) (X2 POSTS) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Job Overview

Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services seeks two Professional Nurses (Grade 1 to 2) specializing in Advanced Midwifery at Khayelitsha CHC and Macassar CDC. Candidates must possess a basic nursing qualification, a post-basic qualification in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science or equivalent postgraduate diploma, and valid SANC registration. Experience requirements range from 4 to 14 years. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive holistic nursing care to pregnant clients, resource management, and quality assurance. Willingness to work shifts and after hours is required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Basic R425 qualification (diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science (R212) OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent with a postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited in Midwifery.
• Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
• Grade 1 Experience: Minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Grade 2 Experience: Minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing, with at least 10 years after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• Willingness to work shifts and after hours (weekends, public holidays and night duty) and be on call.
• Knowledge of Nursing Care processes and procedures, and the Nursing Act.
• Problem solving, decision-making, and good interpersonal skills.
• Report writing skills and computer literacy in MS Office.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision and implementation of comprehensive holistic nursing care and treatment to all pregnant clients.
• Assist with management of people management services within the Department.
• Effective utilization of financial resources within the department.
• Ensure the promotion of Quality Assurance, Infection Control and Prevention & Occupational Health & Safety within the Department.
• Deliver a support service to the Operational Manager and ensure effective coordination of the Nursing Division after hours.

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