Operational Manager Speciality (Paediatrics), Soweto

Operational Manager Speciality (Paediatrics)

Reference Number : REFS/049869

Directorate : Nursing Services

Number of Posts : 1

Requirements

Senior Certificate (Grade 12). Basic R425 qualification (Degree /Diploma in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional nurse. Registration with SANC as a professional Nurse. A post-basic qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in the relevant speciality, referred above. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC. At least 5 years of the of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in child nursing science (speciality) after obtaining 1 year post-basic qualification in the relevant speciality. Knowledge of the scope of practise in the areas under their control. Sound knowledge of priority programs clinical guidelines, protocols, policies and procedure and best practices in nursing care service delivery. Good communication, interpersonal, negotiation, decision- making, problem solving, conflict management, counselling, teaching, mentorship and supervisory skill. Knowledge of code of conduct, Labour relations and related policies. Adherence to prescribed nursing Standards and Legal framework. Knowledge of ideal Hospital Framework. A qualification in Health Service Management will be added advantage.Other Skills: Leadership, Management, planning, organising and co-ordination skills.

Duties

Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the scope of practice in the areas under their control. Sound knowledge of priority programs clinical guidelines, Protocols, policies and procedure and the best practices in nursing care service delivery. Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stakeholders. Implement decision–making, problem solving, conflict management, counselling, teaching, mentorship and supervisory skills. Ensure that all quality and infection control initiative are adhered to i.e. OHS/ideal hospital. Ensure implementation and proper management of PMDS. Ensure appropriate implementation of Batho-Pele principles. Manage and support education, in–service training and own professional grow and that of nursing staff. Oversee disciplinary and grievance matters including monitoring and managing absenteeism. Implement consequences management for non-compliance. Implement effective utilization and supervision of human, material and financial resources.

Employer Department of Health

Location Jubilee District Hospital

Closing Date 11-06-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Senior Certificate (Grade 12). Basic R425 qualification (Degree /Diploma in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional nurse?

Do you have registration with SANC as a professional Nurse?

Notes WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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