PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1-2 (PN-B1-2): NEPHROLOGY
Department of Health · Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District)
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- MPDOH/OCT/26/1650
- Salary band
- R 581 931
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Health Location: Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District) Salary: Grade 1: R495 423 - R581 931 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 - R752 913 per annum Requirements: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 qualification or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwifery (2026), a post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R212 specialty in Nephrology Nursing Science. Grade 1: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the (SANC). Grade 2: A minimum of fourteen (14) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing. At least ten (10) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post basic qualification in relevant specialty. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills. Good supervisory and teaching skills. 168 Duties: Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Provide comprehensive health care services in the Nephrology Unit. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards. Participate in quality improvement programs. Supervise and implement patient care standards. Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care. Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stake holders. Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies. Ensure that the equipment is functional and ready all the time. Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols. Able to plan and organize your own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Participate in staff development and performance management. Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with people of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Ensure adherence to Batho - Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter. Enquiries: Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. Closing Date: 2026-10-30T23:59:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓Senior Certificate / Grade 12 qualification or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i
- ✓Diploma / Degree in General Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwifery (2026), a post-basic nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R212 specialty in Nephrology Nursing Science
- ✓Grade 1: A minimum of four (4) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the (SANC)
- ✓Grade 2: A minimum of fourteen (14) years appropriate /recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing
- ✓At least ten (10) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post basic qualification in relevant specialty
- ✓Ability to function independently and to prioritize work
- ✓Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills
- ✓Good supervisory and teaching skills
Key responsibilities
- •Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework
- •Provide comprehensive health care services in the Nephrology Unit
- •Ensure effective and efficient management of resources
- •Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards
- •Participate in quality improvement programs
- •Supervise and implement patient care standards
- •Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care
- •Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stake holders
- •Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies
- •Ensure that the equipment is functional and ready all the time
About Department of Health
The National Department of Health sets South Africa's health policy and oversees the public healthcare system, working alongside nine provincial health departments that run hospitals, clinics, and community health services. Its core mandate covers disease prevention, primary healthcare access, hospital management, and public health programmes including HIV/TB treatment and maternal health.
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