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Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (Specialty: Trauma And Emergency)

Department

Department of Health and Wellness

Location

Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

Salary

R720 819 per annum

Closing date

16 Oct 2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 16 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care Nursing (Adult). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate /rec

Duties

Provide innovative leadership in the allocated area to realise the strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division. Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the relevant department. -Participate in formulation, monitoring and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, procedures and regulations pertaining to nursing care within the relevant Department. Provide effective support and management of human, material and financial resources, as well as Functional Business FBU management principles. Manage staff performance, training and personal development of self and subordinates including management of underperformance and grievances. Collect, provide and use relevant information for the enhancement of service delivery, including participation in and encouragement of nursing research.

Enquiries

Ms R. Sutcliffe Tel No: (021) 404-2092

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 35 of 2026.