Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (2 posts) (Trauma and Emergency) (Theatre) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS509/2026

Location:

Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 229 440 per annum, Grade 2: R 272 778 per annum, Grade 3: R 319 071 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

21 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

04 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to interpret basic clinical signs and symptoms. Knowledge of Nursing Practices and IPC, control measures and practices. Good communication skills. Basic Computer Literacy. Self-discipline.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Development and implementation of basic patient care plans. Provide basic clinical nursing care. Effective utilisation of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.

EXPERIENCE

Grade1: None Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years recognisable nursing experience as a Staff nurse after registration with the SANC Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience as an enrolled nurse after registration with the SANC.

ENQUIRIES

Mr R Geswindt, tel: (021) 377-4410

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Staff Nurse.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work shifts, night duty, weekends and public holidays as well as overtime. Ability to lift and turn patients, stand long hours and lift heavy equipment. Willingness to rotate between departments.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Staff Nurse.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:

available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.