Professional Nurse Grade 1 (PN-A2): General Nursing

Overview

Professional Nurse Grade 1 needed in Nkomazi Sub-district to manage malaria testing, treatment, diagnosis and patient follow-up activities.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice (I.E.
• Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing) equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse (2026).
• Grade 1: A minimum of 0-10 year’s appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• Ability to function independently and to prioritize work.
• Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision- making skills.
• Knowledge of Public Service Policies, Acts and regulations, Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations, Knowledge of the District Health Care system and referral pathways.
• Good communication.
• Leadership, interpersonal and decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Code of Conduct, Labour Relations, Conflict management and negotiation skills, Ability to function well within a team, Skills in organizing, planning and supervising, Knowledge of Batho Pele principles and patients’ rights charter.
• Knowledge of Labor relations and handling grievances and disciplinary procedures, Clear understanding of malaria management, Understanding clinical, treatment guidelines and protocols.
• Good knowledge of Malaria Elimination strategies.
• Valid code 10 (C1) drivers’ license (Please attach copy), Experience in malaria control will be an added advantage.

Duties

• Plan and manage malaria onsite malaria testing and treatment activities.
• Conduct clinical assessment of signs and symptoms of Malaria.
• Screening and Diagnoses.
• Notification of all positive cases.
• Administration of ACT to positive clients.
• Conduct follow-up visits to treat patients.
• Manage and monitor Human Resources activities within the malaria sector, Conduct Health Education and training within the sector’s localities and facilities.
• Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards.
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards.
• Work as part of the malaria multi-disciplinary team to ensure good malaria management.
• Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele).
• Monitor & manage malaria data within scope of duties.
• Assist with data quality checks.

How to apply

Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Notes

N.B. Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. All posts health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory council for shortlisted candidates. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the Correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za Only Online Applications will be accepted. NB: Candidates who are not contacted within 90 days after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful. Please note the department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS