POST 27/196 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE (SPECIALTY) GRADE 1/2 REF NO: EMP01/2026
SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum
Grade 2: R607 530 – R752 913 per annum
plus 13th Cheque, Home Owners Allowance Employee must meet prescribed
requirements), Medical aid (Optional)
CENTRE : Queen Nandi Regional Hospital (Empangeni)
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12 Certificate. Degree / Diploma qualification that allows
registration to General Nursing & Midwifery plus a relevant post basic
qualification (Diploma in Advanced Midwifery & Neonatal Nursing Science).
Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC). Current
SANC receipt (2026). Experience required: Grade 1 is a minimum of 4 years’
experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse. Grade 2 is a
minimum of 14 years’ experience in nursing after registration as Professional
Nurse with SANC in General Nursing at least 10 years of the period referred to
above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specific specialty
after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in the relevant specialty.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of South African
Nursing Act (Act 33 of 2005) and SANC regulation. Knowledge of Public
Service Acts, regulations and policies. National Health Act. Knowledge of
nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant
legal frameworks. Knowledge of Maternity care guidelines (latest South African
guidelines). Knowledge of guidelines for saving mothers and saving babies.
Knowledge of essential steps in managing obstetric emergencies (ESMOE).
Knowledge of essential care of the new-born (ECN). Knowledge of basic Ante
Natal Care (BANC Plus) and MBFHI. Management of obstetric emergencies
(PPH, eclampsia, shoulder dystocia, cord prolapse etc). Maternal and Perinatal
death surveillance and response. Knowledge of Ideal hospital framework,
quality assurance and clinical governance. Leadership and supervision, good
communication, verbal, written, leadership, interpersonal, problem solving,
conflict management and decision-making skills. Health information systems
and recordkeeping, data analysis and use of health indicators. Knowledge and
experience in implementation of Batho Pele Principles and Patient’s Rights
Charter, Code of Conduct. Team building and diversity Management skills.
DUTIES : Provide comprehensive specialist midwifery care to antenatal, intrapartum,
postnatal, and neonatal patients according to national and provincial
guidelines. Provision of quality services through setting standards, policies and
procedures. Reduction of maternal and child mortality and morbidity rate.
Initiate and lead all obstetric programs i.e. PPP, PMTCT, CARMA MBFHI,
ESMOE, etc. Manage obstetric and neonatal emergencies, initiating
appropriate treatment and timely referral where necessary. Implement
maternal and perinatal quality improvement programmes, including maternal
death reviews, perinatal mortality meetings, and clinical audits. Participate in
the implementation of National Priorities clinical guidelines, protocols.
Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff, student nurses, and community
service nurses in the maternity unit. Exercise control over discipline, grievance
and labour relations issues. Assist in development of all nursing staff. Ensure
infection prevention and control (IPC) measures and maintain patient safety
standards. Maintain accurate patient records, statistics, and reports in
accordance with Department of Health policies. Promote maternal, new-born,
and family health education, including breastfeeding support and family
planning. Provide a Safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment for patients,
visitors and staff. Ensure availability and proper management of medicines,
equipment, and supplies within the maternity unit. Participate in continuous
professional development (CPD), research, and implementation of evidence-
based practice. Comply with legal, ethical, and professional standards,
including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Batho Pele Principles, Patients'
Rights Charter, and other relevant policies.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs J Marais Tel No: (035) 907 7005
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be forwarded to: Human Resources Offices at Queen
Nandi Regional Hospital Private Bag X20005, Empangeni, 3880. Physical
Address: 21 Union Street, Empangeni, 3880. Email:
queennandihospital.hrjobapplication@kznhealth.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Deputy Director Human Resources Mr. SM Ndabandaba Tel No: (035) 907
7011
NOTE : Applicants are requested to apply with a new Z83 Application Form obtainable
at any Government Department or the website www.kznhealth.gov.za
(effective from 01.01.2021). The Z83 form must be completed in full and page
2 duly signed. Clear indication of the post and reference number that is being
applied for must be indicated on Z83. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Information such as Educational qualifications, date(s) of registration with
council, relevant work experience and periods in service should be clearly
indicated on the CV. Applicants are not required to submit Copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Such documents
will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. General information: Short-
listed candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determine
by the KZN Department of Health. 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, and
citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of
previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company
Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). People with disabilities should feel
free to apply. Males are encouraged to apply for this post. Applicants are
respectfully informed that, if no notification is received within 3 months after the
closing date, they must consider their applications unsuccessful. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to have a foreign qualification, which is the
requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority
(SAQA). All employees in the Public Service that are presently on the same
salary level but on a notch/package above of the advertised post are free to
apply. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an
Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media
accounts of shortlisted applicants may be assessed. Due severe budgetary
constraints that the hospital is currently facing, candidates are respectfully
advised that the following cost-cutting measures will apply: Subsistence &
Travelling (S&T) allowance claims will not be processed. Resettlement and or
relocation claims will not be paid. The Hospital has a limited accommodation;
therefore, incumbents appointed for the post should arrange their own private
accommodation prior the assumption of duty NB: Shortlisted candidates will be
required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the
employer/s and/or certified copies of qualifications and registration certificates
(where applicable) prior to the date of the interview.
CLOSING DATE : 17 August 2026