Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (Pn- A5) Internal Medicine & Psychaiatry: Outpatients

Requirements :

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Degree/diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
• Must have an additional qualification registered with SANC according to Regulation R212 in Health Services Management/Nursing Administration (degree or diploma).
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.

COMPETENCIES/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Competencies: leadership, ward management/ward administration, planning, organizing, co-ordination and communication skills. Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions.
• Display empathy for patients, promoting advocacy and facilitate holistic treatment and care. Knowledge of administrative policies and guidelines.

Duties :

• Supervise and evaluate quality of nursing care as directed by Professional scope of practice and set Nursing standards within a professional /legal framework. Implement nursing legislation and related framework and ethical nursing practices.
• Manage resources effectively and efficiently in the unit. Compile and analyse reports to improve quality of patient care. Participate in training, research, and self-development. Perform as an Operational Manager in accordance with the Scope of Practice
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other health professionals and junior colleagues. Implementation of Ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance Framework.

Closing Date : 23-10-2026