PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 TO 3 (GENERAL NURSING)

Department of Health

Cape Winelands Health District

Salary: Grade 1: R223 per hour Grade 2: R272 per hour Grade 3: R327 per hour
Centre: Drakenstein Sub-district (PHC)
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 28 September 2026
Circular: No 33 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 or 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. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: Grade 1: None Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Inherent requirements of the job: Prepared to work at different facilities within the Sub District inclusive a Mobile, hospital and when needed within the community (COPC concept). Valid (code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written). Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing within the public sector and basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook) to be able to communicate, capture patient information, check results, capture data and do and track referrals on the different electronic systems. Ability to promote quality patient care through the implementation of protocols, guidelines, and standards.

Duties

Provision of Primary Health Care in accordance with the guidelines and protocols of the Western Cape. Maintain accurate clinical records, statistics registers, and referral records. Effective utilisation of Resources/Stock within the limited budget constraints. Participate in Community events and initiate awareness regarding health-related issues. Maintain and participate in inter- professional and multi-disciplinary teamwork but able to work independently. Supervise and mentor lower categories of staff and improving quality of health services. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self- development.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Ms J Bosch Tel No: (021) 862-4520

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. A practical test may form part of the selection process. 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 on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 11 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 11 September 2026.

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