PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 3 (GENERAL: PHC) Cape Winelands Health District

Job Overview

A Professional Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (General: PHC) position is available at Drakenstein Sub-district (PHC Support & Outreach) within the Cape Winelands Health District. Responsibilities include providing Primary Health Care, maintaining clinical records, utilizing resources effectively, participating in community events, and supervising staff. Requirements include a basic nursing qualification or 4-year Bachelor Degree, SANC registration, and varying years of experience depending on the grade (Grade 1: None, Grade 2: 10 years, Grade 3: 20 years). A valid driver's licence and basic computer literacy are essential.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse OR 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497).
• Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
• Grade 1: None experience required.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• Valid (code B/EB) driver’s licence.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written).
• Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing within the public sector.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to promote quality patient care through the implementation of protocols, guidelines, and standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provision of Primary Health Care in accordance with the guidelines and protocols of the Western Cape.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, statistics registers, and referral records.
• Effective utilization of Resources/Stock within the limited budget constraints.
• Participation in Community events and initiating awareness with regards to health-related issues.
• Maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork but able to work independently.
• Supervise and mentor lower categories of staff and improving quality of health services.
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.

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