Health · Circular 33 of 2026

Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (THEATRE & Cssd)

Department of Health and Wellness

Overview

Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 sought for Stellenbosch Hospital Theatre and CSSD, requiring SANC registration as a Staff Nurse with graded experience.

Requirements

  • Minimum educational qualification: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
  • Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as Staff Nurse.
  • Experience: Grade 1: None.
  • Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
  • Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.
  • Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, night and day shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime when necessary.
  • Willingness to work in all wards.
  • Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication and interpersonal relationships.
  • Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.

Duties

  • Development and implementation of basic patient care plans.
  • Provide basic clinical nursing care.
  • Effective utilization of physical and financial resources.
  • Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries: Ms. R De Silva Tel No: (021) 808-6103

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.” This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”."It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery." It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. 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. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the Post 32/333: Assistant Manager Nursing (Primary Health Care) Nomzamo CDC, Khayelitsha/Eastern Sub- structure, Salary R785 568 per annum Centre: Nomzamo CDC advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 32 dated 04 September 2026, with reference number Post 32/333: Post has been cancelled. Kindly note that the advert for the POST 32/331: Deputy Director: Employee Relations (Dispute Resolutions, Misconduct And Litigation) Directorate: Employee Relations, Salary R 932 292 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.) Centre: Head Office, Cape Town (Stationed on the premises of Stikland Hospital) advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 32 dated 04 September 2026, with reference number Post 32/331: Post must be amended to include driver’s licence. OTHER POSTS

Post 33/240, sourced from the DPSA Circular 33 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Health and Wellness by 28 September 2026, 17:00PM. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Salary
R229 440 – R319 071 p/a
Closing date
28 September 2026, 17:00PM
Reference
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.