PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: THEATRE AND DAY WARD) (X3 POSTS)

Department of Health

Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

Salary: Grade 1: R495 423 per annum Grade 2: R607 350 per annum
Centre: New Somerset Hospital
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 5 October 2026
Circular: No 34 of 2026

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Peri-operative Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post graduate diploma in the relevant specialty. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, and public holidays to meet the operational requirements. Must be prepared to assist in all departments according to operational requirements. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Practical knowledge and experience in the operating theatre. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape.

Duties

Provide safe and comprehensive care delivered to patients in theatre. Provision of optimal, holistic specialised care with set standards within professional/legal framework. Ensure adherence to the principles of IPC practices in the theatre. Ensure accurate record keeping for statistical and legal purposes. Support and supervise students and subordinates in theatre. Effective utilization of resources.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Ms S Basardien Tel No: (021) 402-6485

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 to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Theatre (R212) or a post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Peri-operative Nursing.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 18 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 18 September 2026.

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