PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (GENERAL NURSING) (PN-A2)

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: EC 2026/07/02
Salary: R337 359 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
Centre: Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional Centre
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 3 August 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Recognized Degree/National Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and Attributes: Knowledge of nursing care process and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks, including grievance procedure and disciplinary code and procedure, communication, report-writing, liaison, coordination, facilitation, problem-solving, planning and organising skills.

Duties

Render comprehensive nursing care to patients through the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions in accordance with prescribed nursing care plans, clinical protocols and professional standards. Provide nursing services in compliance with applicable healthcare legislation, departmental policies, and ethical guidelines. Maintain accurate patient records and ensure the confidentiality of patient information. Participate in the implementation of quality assurance, infection prevention and control measures to promote safe and effective healthcare services. Utilise allocated human, material and medical resources efficiently and responsibly. Promote patient advocacy by responding to patients’ health needs, rights and expectations in line with Batho Pele principles. Provide health education and counselling to patients, families, communities and collaborate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure integrated and patient-centred care. Participate in continuous professional development activities to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills. Manage human resources, finances and assets. Manage performance information.

Where to send your application

Send your complete application to: Eastern Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape. Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9013, East London OR hand deliver at: Moore Street, Block E Ocean Terrace Quigney, East London, 5211. Contact persons: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N Tel No: (043) 706 7882. Western Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Western Cape, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459 OR hand deliver at: Corner of Peninsula Drive & Breede River Avenue, Monte Vista, 7406. Contact persons: Ms. A Reddy 021 559 7920 / Ms. NC Sotyibi 021 558 0518/ Mr S. Sikisazane Tel No: (021) 558 0108. Applications for the above positions can also be submitted online at: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts.

Enquiries

Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N Tel No: (043) 706 7882.

Note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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