Clinical Nurse Practitioner Grade 1 to 2 (Primary Health Care) Jobs

Key Responsibilities

• Help manage common diseases following the Western Cape guidelines and protocols.
• Provide and maintain high-quality care to all patients and health services.
• Keep accurate clinical records, statistics, registers, and referral documents.
• Use resources and stock effectively within budget limits.
• Take part in community events and raise awareness about health issues.
• Work as part of a team with other professionals and disciplines, but also independently when needed.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff members.
• Maintain professional standards, ethical practices, and ongoing personal development.

Requirements

• A basic R425 qualification (diploma or degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
• A post-basic qualification of at least one year in Curative Skills in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited by SANC (R48).
• Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife.
• In-depth knowledge of nursing and public service laws.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills in MS Word and Excel.
• For Grade 1: At least 4 years of relevant nursing experience after SANC registration as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• For Grade 2: At least 14 years of relevant nursing experience after SANC registration as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• At least 10 years of the above experience must be relevant after obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification in the specialty.
• Candidates without full registration can apply but must provide proof of application and payment for registration by the interview date. This applies only to first-time applicants for the post-basic Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care.
• Be prepared to work at various facilities in the Drakenstein Sub District, including mobile units and community outreach (COPC concept).
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Salary and Benefits

Grade 1: R 476,367 per annum

Grade 2: R 583,989 per annum

Plus annual benefits including a 13th cheque, employer’s pension fund contribution, housing and medical aid allowances.

The application pool will be considered for similar vacancies in the Drakenstein Sub District for three months from the advert date, if the job title, duties, requirements, and salary match.

Note: No payment is required for applying to this position.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness channels.

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