A Basic R425 qualification (ie diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
A post-basic qualification, with a duration of one-year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
Registration with a Professional Council: Current registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
A minimum of ten years' appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
At least six years' of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science after obtaining the one-year post basic qualification in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science.
At least three years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at nurse management level.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
In depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices and how this impacts on service delivery.
Ensure clinical nursing practice by the nursing team is in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the Institution.
Promote quality of nursing care.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices.
The appointed candidate will be responsible for the co-ordination and rendering of optimal, holistic and quality Perinatal and Neonatal Health care within standards and a professional/legal framework.
Manage the utilisation and supervision of all resources effectively.
Coordinate the provision of training and research effectively.
Provision of effective support to nursing services and hospital management.
Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
Note: This post was also advertised in the Sunday Times, Rapport, City Press and on Career Junction.
R338 010 (PN-B4) per annum.