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Enrolled Nurses

Closing dateToday is Sun 1 Nov · SAST

Closes Tuesday 17 November 2026

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Enrolled nurse post (10 posts) at Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Howick. Suits people with an enrolled nursing certificate who can give basic nursing care under supervision.

  • Duties include basic patient care plans, basic clinical nursing care in the psychiatric unit under supervision, and observing and reporting changes in patient condition.
  • Must have Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent and an enrolled nursing certificate that allows registration with the SANC as an Enrolled Nurse. No experience is required.
  • Must know nursing care procedures and the relevant laws, and have good communication and teamwork skills.
  • The post is based at Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. Salary is R229 440 to R260 520 per year (Grade 1), with housing allowance subject to requirements and optional medical aid.
  • Submit the Z83 application form and a detailed CV by email, courier or hand delivery. The advert states to quote reference UMG 07/2026 (the header shows UMG 09/2026).
  • Closing date: 17 November 2026.

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Requirements

  • Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Enrolled Nursing certificate that allows registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse.
  • Experience:
  • No experience required.
  • Knowledge And Skills:
  • Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as:
  • Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patients Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure.
  • Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations.
  • Good communication, writing, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Basic understanding of clinical nursing care within a specialized unit.

Duties

  • Development and implementation of basic patient care plan.
  • Provide basic clinical nursing care within the psychiatric unit under supervision.
  • Effective utilization of resources.
  • Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
  • Maintain patient hygiene, comfort and safety.
  • Observe and report changes in patient condition.
  • Maintain accurate records and reports.
  • Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards.
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.

How to apply

Applications quoting the relevant reference UMG 07/2026. All Applications should be forwarded to: Mr VM Mvelase, The Chief Executive Officer, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X 23 Howick, 3290 for attention: Human Resource Department or courier OR hand delivered at the Human Resources Office Umgeni Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick, 3290. Applications can also be emailed to UmgeniHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za.

For attention:Mr VM Mvelase

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Mrs ST Chule Tel No: (033) -3306146, Ext. 113

Notes from the department

  • The following documents must be submitted:
  • Amended application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za.
  • The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
  • Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application.
  • Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.
  • No faxed applications will be considered.
  • The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g.
  • UMG 05/2019.Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post/s.
  • The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA for the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification).
  • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
  • One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, however correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview.

As printed in Circular 39 of 2026 · page 253 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)

POST 39/322: ENROLLED NURSES REF NO: UMG 09/2026 (X10 POSTS)
SALARY: Grade 1: R229 440 - R260 520 per annum. Other benefits (medical aid optional), housing Allowance (applicant must meet prescribed requirements)
CENTRE: Umgeni Specialized Psychiatric Hospital: Howick
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent. Enrolled Nursing certificate that allows registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Experience: No experience required. Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patients Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure. Knowledge of SANC rules and regulations. Good communication, writing, facilitation and interpersonal skills. Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Basic understanding of clinical nursing care within a specialized unit.
DUTIES: Development and implementation of basic patient care plan. Provide basic clinical nursing care within the psychiatric unit under supervision. Effective utilization of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Maintain patient hygiene, comfort and safety. Observe and report changes in patient condition. Maintain accurate records and reports. Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.
ENQUIRIES: Mrs ST Chule Tel No: (033) -3306146, Ext. 113
APPLICATIONS: Applications quoting the relevant reference UMG 07/2026. All Applications should be forwarded to: Mr VM Mvelase, The Chief Executive Officer, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X 23 Howick, 3290 for attention: Human Resource Department or courier OR hand delivered at the Human Resources Office Umgeni Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick, 3290. Applications can also be emailed to UmgeniHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za.
FOR ATTENTION: Mr VM Mvelase
NOTE: The following documents must be submitted: Amended application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. No faxed applications will be considered. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. UMG 05/2019.Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post/s. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA for the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, however correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview.
CLOSING DATE: 17 November 2026

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