Location: Osindisweni District Hospital, Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R588 378 – R662 220 per annum
Additional Benefits: 13th Cheque, Optional Medical Aid, and Housing Allowance (subject to eligibility)
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Osindisweni District Hospital seeks a skilled and experienced Operational Manager for its General Wards.
This leadership position is responsible for ensuring quality nursing care, maintaining professional standards, and adhering to regulatory frameworks. The successful candidate will lead clinical services and nursing teams while ensuring ethical practices and efficient hospital operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure quality nursing care in alignment with professional scope and institutional standards.
- Lead, guide, and manage the nursing team to deliver patient-centred care.
- Promote nursing ethics and professionalism across all levels of the unit.
- Ensure compliance with Batho Pele principles and drive patient satisfaction.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve service delivery.
- Oversee night services, including management of clinical and non-clinical emergencies.
- Manage resources efficiently and monitor adherence to HR and financial policies.
- Address grievances, manage staff absenteeism, and support disciplinary procedures.
- Monitor and evaluate staff performance via the EPMDS system.
- Uphold clinical governance standards and transformation processes.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Degree/Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery.
- Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse (proof of 2023 registration required if shortlisted)
- Minimum of 7 years of appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse.
- Proof of service and experience, endorsed by HR, is required if shortlisted
Key Competencies
- Nursing care approaches, statutory regulations, and relevant legal frameworks.
- Public health sector priorities, policies, and strategies.
- HR and financial policy frameworks applicable to the public sector.
- Leadership, decision-making, organization, conflict resolution, and time management.
- Communication, report writing, and facilitation.
- Problem-solving and resource prioritization.
- Basic computer literacy.
Why Join Us
Contribute to ethical and professional nursing practices.
Influence service delivery and institutional transformation.
Be part of a hospital committed to excellence in patient care.
How to Apply:
- Submit your application to: Mrs. L.C. Mtshali (Deputy Manager Nursing)
- Post: Private Bag X15, Verulam, 4340
- Enquiries: Mrs. L.C. Mtshali – Tel: 032-541 9202