POST 16/34 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING SPECIALTY (PN-B3) REF NO: CHBAH 854 (X1 POST)
Directorate: Nursing Services (Clinical Support: Operating Theatre Nursing, TSSU)
SALARY : R656 964 – R737 616 per annum, (all inclusive)
CENTRE : Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma or degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows
registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post basic
qualification in Health Services Management will be an added advantage. Two years’ experience
in Sterilization and Decontamination services. Current registration with the South African Nursing
Council for 2024. A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognizable experience in Nursing
after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least five (5)
years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in a clinical
specialty after obtaining the one (1) year post-basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing
Science. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: Competencies: leadership, ward management/ward
administration, planning, organizing, co-ordination, and communication skills. Ability to take
charge and make appropriate independent decisions. Display empathy for patients, promoting
advocacy and facilitating holistic treatment and care. Knowledge of administrative policies and
guidelines.
DUTIES : Manage, organise and control Central sterile services department (CSSD), Gas sterilization units
(GSU) and Theatre Sterile supply Unit (TSSU). Delegate, supervise and co-ordinate the provision
of effective and efficient patient care through adequate nursing care. Initiate and participate in
health promotion to ensure consistent communication of relevant, accurate and comprehensive
information on health care. Develop/establish and maintain constructive relationships with
nursing and other stake holders (i.e.inter-personal, inter-sectoral and multi-disciplinary
teamwork). Participate in the analysis, formulation of nursing guidelines, norms and standards.
Implementation of Ideal Hospital Maintenance Framework Version 2.0. Manage effective
utilization and supervision of human, financial and material resources. Co-ordination of provision
of effective training and research. Be allocated to work night shifts, weekends, public holidays
and relieve the supervisor when required. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and
self-development. Conduct research and operational investigation of CSSD and Gas sterilization
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unit. Management of personnel performance and review thereof. (Contracting, Midterm review
and final assessment)
ENQUIRIES : Mr. N.B. Mulaudzi Tel No: (011) 933 9779/0134
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be hand delivered to The Director: Human Resource, Chris Hani Baragwanath
Academic Hospital from 8am to 3pm at Ground Floor, Main Admin Building or posted to The
Director: Human Resource, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Private Bag X01,
Pimville, 1808 and or via courier
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any
Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must
be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be
initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised
should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration
(DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service
certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by
recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order.
The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position, and dates
(DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of
experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum
Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of
qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview.
Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with
an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when
shortlisted. HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The
Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where
necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of
HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been
contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required
by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. CHBAH reserves the right to utilize
practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the
suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The
Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with
disabilities are encouraged apply. (Kindly note that the application forms received by the
institution after the closing date of the advert irrespective of the reasons will not be considered).
No faxed applications will be considered.
CLOSING DATE : 24 May 2024