Operational Manager Nursing PNB3 (PAEDS) Job at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• Basic Qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 ( i.e Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a professional nurse plus a post basic qualification in Child Nursing Science with the duration of one year accredited with SANC in terms of Government notice R212.
• A minimum of 9 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse with SANC in General nursing.
• At least 5 years of the period mentioned above must be appropriate / recognizable experience after obtaining a one year post basic qualification in Child Nursing Science. Degree or Diploma in Nursing Administration or health service management and computer literacy will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Overall supervision and control of quality patient care in the unit. Ensure the formulation and availability of clinical patient care protocols and policies in the department. Efficient implementation and evaluation of patient care programmes in the unit according to departments strategic goals. Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing according to patient’s needs.
• Effective monitoring and management of absenteeism. Accountable for overall and effective management of nursing duties. Establish efficient communication with the multi-disciplinary team. Responsible for the implementation of disciplinary measures. Secure and allocate resources and budget to achieve workplace objectives.
• Proactively identify performance requirements to improve teamwork. Ensure performance, evaluation, management and development of staff. Ensuring the adherence to National Core Standards and ideal hospital framework.

Closing Date : 26-01-2026