Professional Nurse Grade 1 Position at Rahima Moosa Hospital

Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing) Position Overview

The Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing) position is available at the Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital under the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. This role is vital in providing exceptional nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team, focusing on the best possible outcomes for patients.

Job Details

• Reference Number: refs/057401
• Number of Posts: 2
• Package: R 337 359 – R 397 392 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements

To be considered for the Professional Nurse Grade 1 role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• An appropriate qualification, i.e., Diploma or Degree in Nursing that permits registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse with midwifery.
• Proof of current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse with midwifery.
• Experience in mother and child health or operating theatre is an advantage.
• Ability to work within the ethical and legal framework governing nursing professionals and public service employees.
• Strong teamwork skills in high-pressure environments, effective communication, leadership, and conflict management abilities.
• A commitment to maintaining patient and relative confidentiality, respect, and dignity.

Key Responsibilities

The Professional Nurse will be accountable for the following duties:

• Understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.
• Performing clinical nursing according to the established scope of practice and nursing standards.
• Promoting quality of nursing care as outlined by professional standards in a mother and child health facility.
• Effective communication with patients, supervisors, and other clinicians, including necessary report writing.
• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide optimal nursing care.
• Planning and organizing personal work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care delivery.
• Advocating for patient needs and expectations while adhering to Batho Pele principles.
• Providing direction and supervising the implementation of the nursing care plan for quality patient care.
• Utilizing human and material resources efficiently and effectively.
• Managing equipment and assisting in procedures involving equipment use.
• Handling patient and relative complaints with professionalism.
• Identifying risks and patient safety incidents and implementing preventive measures.
• Observing standards set by the Ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance Framework.
• Maintaining professional growth and adherence to PMDS and CPD requirements.
• Implementing infection prevention and control measures.
• Flexibility to work shifts as required.

Application Process

This position is classified as Grade 1 and is open only to candidates with less than 10 years of service after registration with SANC as a professional nurse with midwifery. Interested applicants must apply online at the appropriate job center. Please note the following:

• Only online applications will be accepted; hardcopy or emailed applications are not permitted.
• Applications must be submitted using the newly completed Z83 form, which can be obtained from any government department or online.
• Candidates are not required to submit copies of qualifications initially; however, a comprehensive CV and a fully completed Z83 form are mandatory.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of qualifications and relevant documents on the day of the interview.
• Foreign qualifications must include an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when shortlisted.

Important Notes

The Provincial Government of Gauteng is committed to employment diversity concerning race, gender, and disability. All newly appointed staff members must undergo Personnel Suitability Checks, which include reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, social media checks, and credit/financial stability checks. Additionally, successful candidates will undergo OHS medical surveillance as mandated by HBA regulations in the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Please be aware that correspondence will only be extended to shortlisted candidates.

Enquiries

For further information, please contact Mrs. L Rose at 011 470 9033 / 9030.

How to Apply

Applications close on 17 November 2026. Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.