Enrolled Nurses

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring an Enrolled Nurses, based in Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R229,440 – R260,520 a year. How to apply: APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO: UMGENI SPECIALIZED PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL, PRIVATE BAG X23, HOWICK 3290 OR HAND DELIVERED OR COURIED FOR ATTENTION: Human Resource DEPARTMENT OR Email to: UmgeniHospital.HRJobapplication@kznhealth.gov.za Reference number to quote: UMG 09/2026 Closing date: 6 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of basic patient care plan
• Provide basic clinical nursing care within the psychiatric unit under supervision
• Effective utilization of resources
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development
• Maintain patient hygiene, comfort and safety
• Observe and report changes in patient condition
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care
• NB: Must be prepared to work shifts as per allocation
• includes night shift, weekends and public holidays

Requirements

• Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent
• Enrolled Nursing certificate that allows registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse
• Certificate of service from previous/current employer endorsed and stamped by HR
• Current registration with SANC as an Enrolled Nurse (2026 receipt)
• GRADE 1: No experience required
• Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patients Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations
• Good communication, writing, facilitation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Basic understanding of clinical nursing care within a specialised unit