Manager Nursing (PNA9)

Requirements :

• Basic R.425 qualification (i.e. diploma / degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration or Health Services Management of at least one-year duration and is registered as such by the South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognizable management experience at Assistant Manager Nursing level. Must be computer literate and have a valid driver’s license.
• Possess strong leadership, effective communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context. Analytic thinking, independent decision making and critical thinking skills.

Duties :

• Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the division. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through proper management of nursing care programs.
• Advocate and ensure the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programmes, regulations, practices, procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care. Utilize information technology and other management information systems to manage nursing information for the enhancement of service delivery.
• Establish, maintain and participate in inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork that promotes efficient and effective health care. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Implement and control operational management of clinical and support services in patient care areas. Oversee nursing workforce planning, staffing levels and skills for optimal care.
• Ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patients’ Rights Charter. Coordinate nursing related research and development.
• Management of nursing projects and participation in hospital projects aimed at enhancing service delivery. Implementation of the National Strategic Direction for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Practice 2020/21 – 2025/26.
• Lead and implement the Guidelines for Clinical Nursing Education and Training Units in South Africa. Implementation of the South African Nursing Council Nursing Practice Standards for Use in all Health Establishments in South Africa.
• Provide leadership in implementing the South African Nursing Council Continuing Professional Development Framework for Nurses and Midwives.

Closing Date : 09-10-2026