Professional Nurse Grade 1 To 3 (General) (Nursing Relief Team) (3 Month Contract) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Department: Department Of Environmental Affairs And Development Planning (Western Cape) Centre: Alexandra Hospital Salary: Grade 1: R337 359 per annum Grade 2: R411 978 per annum Grade 3: R495 423 per annum DUTIES Provision of optimal, holistic nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Effective utilisation of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Provision of Support to Nursing Services. Participation in training and research. ENQUIRIES Ms JE Isaacs Tel No: (021) 503-5000/5156 HOW TO APPLY Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co NOTE No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status). Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational requirements. Prepared to work in all departments/wards according to the operational needs of the hospital. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of nursing care processes, procedures, statuses, and other relevant legal and ethical practices. Computer literacy: MS Office, MS Outlook. Good Communication Skills and Report Writing. Appropriate experience in comprehensive nursing treatment and care to patients in a Mental Health Unit.