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PROFESSIONAL NURSE (PNA-2) General

 PROFESSIONAL NURSE (PNA-2) General

  • Reference Number : refs/015489
  • Directorate : Nursing Department
  • Number of Posts : 9
  • Package : R 260 760.00 per annum plus benefits
  • Enquiries : Ms. T.G Baloyi Tel 011 489 0896

Requirements :

  • A Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration. A minimum of 1years’ appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.

Duties :

  • Ensure that a therapeutic environment is provided for the patients, staff and public. Provide a comprehensive, quality nursing care as a member of the multi-disciplinary team member, according to identified needs of the patients. Holistic and comprehensive assessment of voluntary admission assisted care, emergency mental health care admission, 72 hours assessment of involuntary mental health care users, as well as further care treatment and rehabilitation of mental health care users in an acute psychiatric unit according to the Mental Health Care Act of 2002. Identify patients’ needs and formulate, implement and evaluate nursing care interventions that are patient specific. Identification of risk and implementation of preventive measures timeously, e.g. sedated, suicidal, violet and aggressive patients. Formulate and participate in ward individual and group activities following a structured ward programme in consultation with other members of the of the multi-disciplinary team members. Ensure that psychotropic medication and other treatment are ordered, administered and controlled according to the Medicine and Related Substance Act. Monitor the compliance, effectiveness and side effects of medication and advocate for patients in cases of ineffective treatments. Delegate and supervise ward activities. Ensure the continuity of patient care is maintained through nursing care rounds and hand over. Ensure adequate record keeping is maintained. Provide support, counseling and crisis interventions when needed. Manage the department efficiently and cost effectively. Manage PMDS of subordinates. Management of complaints.

Notes :

  • Helen Joseph Hospital is committed to the pursuit of diversity, redress and will promote representation in terms of race, disability and gender. The Institutional Employment Equity Plan will be considered in the process of filling the posts. Applications must be submitted on a New Version of Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The completed and signed form should be accompanied by a recently updated cv. Copies need not be certified when applying for this post. The communication from HR department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993, reference check and verification of qualifications will be conducted. Applications must be submitted at Helen Joseph Hospital, No. 1 Perth Road Auckland Park, Johannesburg. (There is an application box at hospital entrance – ask Security Officers on duty for assistance). Alternatively, applications can be posted to Helen Joseph Hospital Private Bag X 47, Auckland Park, 2006; Attention: Human resources department. Applications should be delivered by 12h00 (Noon) on the closing date.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Hospital

Closing Date : 18-11-2022


Criteria Questions
Do you have a Basic R425 qualification accredited by SANC (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse?
Do have Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration?
Do you have a minimum of 1years’ appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

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