PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (PN-B1): PAEDIATRIC

Department of Health

Reference number: MPDOH/JUL/26/1052
Salary: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum
Centre: Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District)
Province: Mpumalanga
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Degree/Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse (2026). A post basic nursing qualification with of at least 1year, accredited with the SANC in terms Government Notice R212 in Paediatric / Child Health Nursing Science. A minimum of four (4) years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills. Good supervisory and teaching skills. Demonstrate an understanding of legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices.

Duties

Provision of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework. Provide comprehensive health care services in the Paediatric Unit. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards. Participate in quality improvement programs. Supervise and implement patient care standards. Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care. Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stake holders. Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies. Ensure that the equipment is functional and ready all the time. Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols. Able to plan and organize your own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Participate in staff development and performance management. Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with people of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Ensure adherence to Batho - Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, 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 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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