Staff Nurse Grade 1 to 3 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

WCD105/2026

Location:

Citrusdal Hospital, Cederberg Sub-district, West Coast District

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 220 614 - R 250 500 per annum, Grade 2: R 262 287 - R 298 932 per annum, Grade 3: R 306 798 - R 382 107 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

11 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

28 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.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Development and implementation of basic patient care to all patients. Provide basic clinical nursing care. Effective utilization of physical and financial resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Effective functioning within multidisciplinary team.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration at SANC as a Staff Nurse. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC a Staff Nurse.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs. L. van Geems-Wolmarans, tel. no. 022 921 2153

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Staff Nurse.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Good communication and interpersonal relationships. Basic computer skills in MS Word and Outlook. Knowledge of relevant nursing legislation, policies and protocols of the Department of Health, Western Cape.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test. 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 to 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).

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays. Willingness to rotate between wards within the hospital.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

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

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.