Jobs · KwaZulu-Natal · Health Management Echelon
Professional Nurse- Specialty
Closes Friday 23 October 2026
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Professional Nurse (Specialty) post at Port Shepstone Regional Hospital orthopaedics unit. Suits registered nurses with orthopaedic, midwifery and general nursing qualifications and at least 4 years'
- Salary is R495 423 per year, plus a 12% rural allowance. Other benefits include a 13th cheque, optional medical aid and a housing allowance if requirements are met.
- Must have Grade 12 or Matric, a diploma or degree in General Nursing, Midwifery and Advanced Midwifery, and 1 year of post-basic orthopaedic nursing.
- Must have at least 4 years of nursing experience after registering as a Professional Nurse, and be registered with SANC as General Nurse, Midwife and Orthopaedic Nurse, with a 2026 SANC receipt.
- Duties include giving specialised nursing care as part of a team, supervising junior staff and student nurses, and helping manage unit resources and policies.
- The job is based at Port Shepstone Regional Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal. Shift, night, weekend and public holiday work is required.
- Send a Z83 application form and CV by post, hand delivery, courier or email to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za. Certified copies must not be sent. Proof of qualifications is requested only from shortlisted candidates.
- Closing date: 23 October 2026.
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Requirements
- Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
- Diploma / Degree in General Nursing science.
- Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing science.
- Diploma / Degree in Advanced Midwifery Nursing science.
- 1 year post basic qualification in orthopaedic nursing science.
- A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse.
- Registration with SANC as General Nurse, Midwife and Orthopaedic Nurse.
- SANC Receipt for 2026.
- Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Required:
- Leadership, organizational, decision making, supervisory and problem-solving abilities within the limit of the Public Sector and institutional policy framework.
- Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal framework.
- Ability to formulate patients care related policies, vision, mission and objective of the component.
- Communication and interpersonal skills including Public Relations, Negotiating, Coaching.
- Conflict handling and counselling skills.
- Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining relevant resources under management.
- Insight into procedures and policies pertaining nursing care, computer skills in basic programmes.
- Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, Public Holidays.
- Competencies (knowledge /skills).
- Good communications and interpersonal skills, planning and organizational skills.
Duties
- Executive professional nurses’ duties and functions with proficiency in support of the strategic operational plan of the Institution.
- Render an optimal holistic specialized nursing care to patients as member of the Multidisciplinary team.
- Display concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care and willingness to respond to patient’s needs.
- Advocate for quality care of patients utilizing Batho Pele principles.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records.
- Do meaningful rounds and monitor client satisfaction by communicating with patients and relatives.
- Assist the Operational manager with overall management and necessary support for the effective functioning of the unit.
- Train and supervise junior staff and student nurses.
- Participate in ethics and professionalism activities.
- Participate in the formulation, analysis, implementation and monitoring of unit objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure effective and efficient management of resources and availability of essential equipment.
- Maintain accreditation standards by ensuring compliance with Regulated Norms and Standards and Ideal hospital programmes.
- Ensure the unit complies with Infection Prevention and Control as well as Occupational Health and Safety policies.
- Participate in staff development using EPMDS System and other work-related programmes and training.
How to apply
Applications should be posted / hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital, Private Bag X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240. Applicants are encouraged to utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit proof of qualifications)
For attention:Mr. Z.M Zulu
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mrs. M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117
Notes from the department
- Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies – Must not be submitted when applying for employment.
- 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.
- NB:
- Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims.
- The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
- Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews.
- The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications.
As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 179 · open the PDF
POST 36/191: PROFESSIONAL NURSE- SPECIALTY REF NO: PSH 24/2026 (X1 POST) SALARY: R495 423 per annum, Plus 12 % Rural Allowance. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (optional) and Housing Allowance (employee must meet prescribed requirements) CENTRE: Port Shepstone Regional Hospital-Othopaedics REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 or Matric certificate. Diploma / Degree in General Nursing science. Diploma / Degree in Midwifery Nursing science. Diploma / Degree in Advanced Midwifery Nursing science. 1 year post basic qualification in orthopaedic nursing science. A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse. Registration with SANC as General Nurse, Midwife and Orthopaedic Nurse. SANC Receipt for 2026. Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Required: Leadership, organizational, decision making, supervisory and problem-solving abilities within the limit of the Public Sector and institutional policy framework. Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant legal framework. Ability to formulate patients care related policies, vision, mission and objective of the component. Communication and interpersonal skills including Public Relations, Negotiating, Coaching. Conflict handling and counselling skills. Financial and budgetary knowledge pertaining relevant resources under management. Insight into procedures and policies pertaining nursing care, computer skills in basic programmes. Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends, Public Holidays. Competencies (knowledge /skills). Good communications and interpersonal skills, planning and organizational skills. DUTIES: Executive professional nurses’ duties and functions with proficiency in support of the strategic operational plan of the Institution. Render an optimal holistic specialized nursing care to patients as member of the Multidisciplinary team. Display concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care and willingness to respond to patient’s needs. Advocate for quality care of patients utilizing Batho Pele principles. Maintain accurate and complete patient records. Do meaningful rounds and monitor client satisfaction by communicating with patients and relatives. Assist the Operational manager with overall management and necessary support for the effective functioning of the unit. Train and supervise junior staff and student nurses. Participate in ethics and professionalism activities. Participate in the formulation, analysis, implementation and monitoring of unit objectives, policies, and procedures. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources and availability of essential equipment. Maintain accreditation standards by ensuring compliance with Regulated Norms and Standards and Ideal hospital programmes. Ensure the unit complies with Infection Prevention and Control as well as Occupational Health and Safety policies. Participate in staff development using EPMDS System and other work-related programmes and training. ENQUIRIES: Mrs. M.C Maqutu Tel No: (039) 688 6117 APPLICATIONS: Applications should be posted / hand delivered to: The Human Resource Manager, Port Shepstone Hospital, Private Bag X5706, Port Shepstone, 4240. Applicants are encouraged to utilise Courier Services/ S’thesha Waya Waya or e-mail to PSRH.Recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za (Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit proof of qualifications) FOR ATTENTION: Mr. Z.M Zulu NOTE: Detailed application for employment (Z83) and Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies – Must not be submitted when applying for employment. 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. NB: Please note that due to financial constraints, there will be no payment of S&T Claims. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Due to financial constraints, S&T claims will not be paid to candidates who attended interviews. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications. CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2026