Manager Nursing (level 3) Ref No: Echealth/nsm/lvh/apl/02/10/2026

SALARY : R1 201 302 - R1 353 267 per annum, (OSD), (all-inclusive remuneration package) - basic salary consists of 70% or 75% of total package, salary package will be structured according to Middle Management Service guidelines.

CENTRE : Nelson Mandela Metro, Livingstone Tertiary Hospital

REQUIREMENTS :

• Basic R425 qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice 425 (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate qualification in Nursing Administration/Management will be added advantage.
• Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing
• . At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience at management level. Demonstrate advanced understanding and application of Nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Knowledge of PFMA, HR Management. Knowledge of Public Sector Legislation and relevant Prescript/Regulation, Batho Pele Principles and Patient Rights Charter.
• Strong leadership, good interpersonal relations, effective problem solving, management and decision-making skills. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential requirements. Computer literate and may be required to demonstrate computer skills. Complex report writing skills is essential. A valid driver's licence.

DUTIES :

• To lead, manage and provide strategic Nursing leadership and direction to Nursing Services in the institution. Provide professional, technical and management support for the provision of quality patient care through management of nursing care programs.
• Advocate the promotion of nursing ethos and professionalism. Develop and monitor the implementation of policies, programs, regulations, practices, protocol/ procedures and standards pertaining to nursing care.
• Establish, maintain and participate in interprofessional multi-disciplinary team for effective and efficient health care. Manage and monitor the utilization of Human Resources and Finances in accordance with relevant directives and prescripts. Maintain and manage PMDS of subordinates. Collaborate with other team members in the hospital to identify actual and potential risks.
• Support nursing and health care research to improve the quality of care. Monitor compliance to Quality Assurance, Infection Prevention and Control, Occupational health and Safety and other programs within the institution. Participate in Hospital Executive decision-making body. Implement the SANC CPD programme in the facility.