Provincial Administration: Western Cape
Salary band
R 571 161
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
PSC 31/441
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Department
Provincial Administration: Western Cape
Location
Paarl Hospital 326
Salary
R571 161 per annum
Requirements
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 A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate / recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability and willingness to assist with shifts, on call and relief night matron for and after-hours hospital cover including weekends, public holidays, night duty relief and overtime as the need arises. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to facilitate and promote quality patient care through setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a Functional Business Unit (FBU)structure. Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Knowledge and insight of nursing- and other relevant legislation and policies relating to nursing in the public sector and their impact on service delivery. Effective interpersonal, strong leadership, organisational, decision-making, conflict resolution (labour relations and disciplinaries) and the ability to function under pressure.
Duties
The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, co-ordinating and maintaining an optimal quality nursing service as an Operational Manager. Participative management and utilisation of human resources to fulfil operational and developmental functions in the areas. Manage and monitor financial resources of the clinical areas. Initiate and actively participate in training, development, and research, including quality training and implementation within the Nursing Division. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution. To maintain ethical standards, promote professional growth and self-development, including leadership skills and behaviours.
Enquiries
Ms B Fourie, email: Bernice.Fourie@westerncape.gov.za
Notes
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
Closing Date
2026-09-11T17:00:00+02:00
Nursing is one of the most in-demand professions in the South African public health system. The Department of Health across all nine provinces regularly advertises professional nurse, staff nurse, and speciality nursing positions. Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) is a non-negotiable requirement for all nursing posts. Without a valid SANC registration number, your application will be disqualified at the screening stage.
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 571 161. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.
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