Professional Nurse: General – 18 posts (5-month contract) Jobs

Salary:

• Grade 1: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum (OSD)
• Grade 2: R396 132 – R466 623 per annum (OSD)
• Grade 3: R476 367 – R610 662 per annum (OSD)
• The appropriate salary will be set based on the regulatory framework (OSD).
• Reference: ECHEALTH/PNG/JGQ/S16/13/10/2025
• Centre: Joe Gqabi District
• Closing Date: 07 November 2025

Requirements:

• A basic R425 qualification, such as a Degree or Diploma in Nursing, or an equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• Proof of current registration with SANC.
• Experience:
  • Grade 1: No experience needed.
  • Grade 2: At least 10 years of relevant experience in nursing after registering as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
  • Grade 3: At least 20 years of relevant experience in nursing after registering as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.

Duties:

• Carry out nursing duties and functions effectively, following relevant laws and departmental policies.
• Provide and keep a safe and supportive environment for patients.
• Watch over patient activities and do standard nursing tasks as per hospital policies and procedures.
• Use a team-based approach to give complete care to patients and clients.
• Stay skilled in clinical work by using nursing care principles.
• Keep patient records accurate and complete, and protect confidentiality.
• Improve client satisfaction with quality service, new ideas, and professional nursing, while following Batho Pele principles and the Patient Rights Charter.
• Use resources in the unit efficiently and effectively.
• Give quality nursing care and take on management duties for the unit when the Operational Manager is away.
• Assess staff performance using the Employee Performance Management and Development System (EPMDS).
• Encourage, guide, and mentor nursing staff to help them grow professionally and improve service.
• Handle and control scheduled drugs as required by law and hospital rules.
• Be ready for day and night shifts as needed.
• Do any other tasks given by the supervisor to ensure good service.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism’s official channels.