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OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING GRADE 1 (PN-A5): GENERAL UNIT

Department of Health

Reference number
MPDOH/OCT/26/1590
Salary
R571 161 - R654 285 per annum
Centre
Mapulaneng Hospital (Ehlanzeni District)
Province
Mpumalanga
Closing date
16 October 2026
Circular
No 35 of 2026

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Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Terms of Government Notice 425, (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing (2026). A Diploma / Degree in Nursing Administration and Management will be an added advantage. Knowledge/skills: Basic computer literacy, strong Leadership, Good communication and Sound Interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage own time, function as an effective leader of the nursing team. Implement and manage change. Willingness to work shifts and standby in accordance with the requirements of the unit and nursing services. Report writing.

Duties

The candidate will be responsible for Planning, Organizing, Managing, and coordinating as well as maintaining optimal Nursing Services as an Operational Manager in General Ward. Develop / establish and maintain constructive working relationships with Nursing and stakeholders (i.e. inter- Professional, inter–sectoral and multi – disciplinary team workers). Participate in the analysis, formulation, and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, Standards, and procedures. Effectively manage the utilization of Human, Financial and Physical resources. Maintain professional Growth / Ethical standards and self-development. Deliver a supportive service to the Nursing Service and the institution by taking overall supervision after hours and on weekends. Ensure implementation of Norms and Standards and Ideal Hospital Framework and develop Quality Improvement Plans. Manage Performance and Development of staff as well as participating in the Managers scheduled meetings. Exercise control of discipline, grievance and other labour related issues in terms of laid down policies or procedures. Manage data in the unit and ensure submission to the facility information office. Identity develops and control Risk Management Systems within the unit. Provide safe therapeutic environment as laid by Nursing Acts, Occupational Health and safety Acts and all the applicable prescripts. Implementation and management of Infection Prevention and Control protocols. Uphold the Batho Pele and Patients Right Principles.

Where to send your application

Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

Enquiries

Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 2 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 3 October 2026.

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