Professional Nurse Grade 1 Specialty Stream

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Professional Nurse Grade 1 Specialty Stream, based in UMzimkhuluu Specialised Psychiatric Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R495,423 – R581,931. How to apply: All applications must be directed to:, Umzimkhulu Hospital, and Private Bag x 514, Umzimkhulu, 3276 or hand deliver to Umzimkhulu Hospital, Human Resource Component at Mbizweni Area,Umzimkhulu.3297. Reference number to quote: UMZ 04/2026 Closing date: 26 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• E Execute duties and functions with proficiency within the prescripts of applicable legislation « Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework e Ensure that all programs related to psychiatric nursing are implemented
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the rele- vant health facility © Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of nursing plan (clinical practice/ quality patient care)
• Maintain clinical competence by ensuring that scientific principles of nursing are implemented e Ensure and advocate for provision and supervision of patient’s needs
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirements ¢ Participate in the analysis, formulation and monitoring of objectives, policies and procedures including quality improve- ment programmes and clinical audits to ensure good practices « Manage and supervise effective utilization of all resources e.g
• Human, Financial and material resources e Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues e Assist with performance reviews i.e
• EPMDS as well as student progress reports ¢ Ensure the provision of a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, staff and public through implementation of Oc- cupational Health and Safety Act and prevention of medical/legal risks » Ensure infection prevention and control (IPC) standards and maintain patient safety e Ensure the provision of accurate statistical information for data management e Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD), research, and implementation of evidence-based practices e Agsist the unit manager with overall management and necessary support for the effective functioning of the unit

Requirements

• E = Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• « Degree/Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration as a Professional Nurse.
• « Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.
• E One (1) year Post Basic qualification in Psychiatric Nursing Science.
• E A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• E Current registration with South African Nursing Council (2026 SANC receipt).
• E Certificate of service from previous/current employer endorsed and stamped by HR.
• E Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal framework such as: Nurs-
• Ing Act, SANC rules and regulations, Mental Health Care Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient
• Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Proce- dure, Grievance Procedure.
• ¢ Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians, including report writing when re-
• Quired.
• ¢ Knowledge of nursing care delivery approaches and special interest in Psychiatric Nursing
• E Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations.
• E Plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care
• E Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, Infection Prevention & Control, medical waste and risk assessment."
• Good communication skills, report writing skills, facilitation skills, coordination skills, decision making, problem solving skills, supervisory skills, planning and organizing, team building, conflict management skills, Information and Data Man- agement and Computer Literacy
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