KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department.) 

APPLICATIONS : Please forward applications quoting reference number to: Human Resource Management, Niemeyer Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X1004, Utrecht, 2980 email: Niemeyer.Intern@kznhealth.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 14 August 2026 

NOTE : Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applications are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form (Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on or before the interviews. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a day, all shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department). 

OTHER POST

PROFESSIONAL NURSE (SPECIALTY) (THEATRE) REF NO: NMH/THRT/2026 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 – R581 931 per annum, Plus Rural Allowance 8% Benefits: 13th Cheque, medical aid (optional), Housing Allowance (Employees must meet the prescribed requirements) 

Grade 2: R607 350 – R752 913 per annum, Plus Rural Allowance 8% Benefits: 13th Cheque, Housing Allowance (Employees must meet the prescribed requirements), medical aid (optional). 

CENTRE : Niemeyer Memorial Hospital 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Experience: A minimum of 4 years appropriate or recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Plus one year Post basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing. Grade 2: Experience: A minimum of 4 years appropriate or recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in a speciality after obtaining one year post basic qualification in the relevant speciality. Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification. Degree/ Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. One (1) year post basic qualification in Theatre. Current registration with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse (2026 SANC receipt) a minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Competencies Required: Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to make independent decision. An understanding of the challenges facing the public health sector. Ability to prioritize issues and other work related matters and to comply with time frames. High level of accuracy. Depth knowledge of Acts, procedures, prescripts and legislation. 

DUTIES : Render an optimal holistic specialized nursing care to patients as member of the Multidisciplinary team. Train and supervise junior staff and student nurses. To execute Professional Nursing Duties and functions with proficiency in support of the aims and strategic objectives of the institution and to perform duties within the prescripts of all applicable legislation. To assist the Operational Manager in charge of the Theatre with the overall management and the necessary support for the effective functioning of the Theatre. Develop competencies in scrub, circulating, recovery room and set room duties. Ensure safe environment to achieve desired outcome of surgical interventions. Work collaboratively with Surgeons and Anaesthetists to meet patient needs during theatre procedures and ensure responsibility for patient care. Ensure safe environment for patients by assisting junior nursing staff members through teaching and supervising. Plan, provide and supervise nursing activities in the different allocated specialty. Ensure fiscal control of materials, supplies and equipment. Provision of efficient floor nurses duties. Manage/ co-ordinate the smooth functioning of the instrument room. 

ENQUIRIES : Mrs GN Nkosi Tel No: (034) 331 3011 

NOTE : NB: Equity Target: Male African.