Operational Manager Nursing: Grade 1 (General Stream)

As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 170 · open the PDF

POST 36/184: OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL STREAM) REF NO: PMMH 32/2026 (X1 POST) Component: Medical Outpatient Department (MOPD) Services Re advertisement: Candidates who previously applied for this post are encouraged to re-apply.
SALARY: R571 161 – R644 613 per annum. Other Benefits: Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque (conditions apply), Medical Aid (Optional), In- hospital Area Allowance (8% of basic salary)
CENTRE: Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing and Midwifery) that allows registration with the ‘South African Nursing Council’ (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Certificates of Registration with the SANC (General Nursing and Midwifery) Current registration with the SANC (2026) A minimum of seven (7) years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Computer literacy will be an added advantage. Knowledge, Skills Training and Competencies Required: Demonstrate an in depth understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Possess communication skills for dealing with patients, supervisors and other members of the multidisciplinary team including the writing of reports when required. Good human relations displaying a concern for patients, promoting and Advocating proper treatment and care including a willingness and awareness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele) Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and Financial policies and practices. Demonstrate basic computer literacy as a support tool to enhance service delivery. Ability to plan and organise own work, time and that of support personnel to Ensure proper nursing care in the unit.
DUTIES: Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good nursing care that is cost effective, equitable and efficient in Medical Outpatient Department (MOPD) services. Perform a quality comprehensive clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined legislative framework and national Core Standards and Office of Health Standard Compliance. Perform duties within the ambits of legal framework as required. Ensure compliance to professional and ethical practice. Work effectively and amicably at a supervisory level with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Perform duties as delegated by the supervisor and relief duties of the assistant nurse manager’s office as required. Ensures implementation of programs relevant to the area of speciality. Serves in quality improvement, IPC and Health and Safety committees NB: Must be prepared to work shift as per allocation; includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.
ENQUIRIES: Mrs R.M Abboo Tel No: (031) 907 8518
APPLICATIONS: Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager OR Hand deliver to A-Block 1st Floor white applications box. Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X07, Mobeni, 4060. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applications may alternatively be emailed to: Mxolisi.Mlambo@kznhealth.gov.za quoting reference number only in the subject line. Emailed applications should please be sent as one attachment.
FOR ATTENTION: Mr. M.F Mlambo
NOTE: Directions To Candidates: Applicants must submit a fully completed, initialled and signed Z83 form and a detailed CV only. All fields of Sections A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Due to the limited space on the Z83, applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached” in Sections E, F and G. However, the question relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered, and the declaration must be completed and signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified supporting documents and a Certificate of Service endorsed by Human Resources. Only the new Z83 Application for Employment form, effective from 01 January 2021, will be accepted. The form is available from any Government Department or from the KZN Department of Health or DPSA websites. The reference number and position applied for must be clearly indicated on the Z83 form. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). 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. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment. Due to the anticipated high number of applications, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you are not contacted within two months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. African males and persons with disabilities from all designated race groups are encouraged to apply. No subsistence and travel (S&T) payments will be made to candidates attending interviews. Applicants with foreign qualifications must have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA and provide proof of the evaluation where required. Failure to comply may result in the application not being considered. The Department reserves the right not to fill the post(s). Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in disqualification. (This Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting representivity at all levels and across all occupational categories.)
CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2026