Professional Nurse Grade 1 (26 Positions) Mpumalanga Department of Health

The Mpumalanga Department of Health invites applications from suitably qualified and dedicated candidates for Professional Nurse Grade 1 positions across various locations. Passionate individuals committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services are sought to contribute to public health. Competitive salaries and professional development opportunities await successful candidates. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to reflect the communities served.

POSITION: PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (PN-B1): ICU

REFERENCE NUMBER: MPDOH/AUG/25/333

SALARY: R476 367 – R559 548 per annum
CENTRE: Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District)

REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Degree/ Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse (2025). A post basic nursing qualification with of at least 1year, accredited with the SANC in terms Government Notice R212 in ICU Nursing Science. A minimum of four (4) years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision making skills. Good supervisory and teaching skills. Demonstrate an understanding of legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practices. Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice of ICU Nursing Care. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards. Participate in quality improvement programs. Supervise and implement patient care standards. Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care. Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies. Ensure that equipment is functional and ready all the time. Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Participate in staff development and performance management. Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit. Work effectively, cooperatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Ensure adherence to Batho – Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

POSITION: PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (PN-B1): PSYCHIATRIC

REFERENCE NUMBER: MPDOH/AUG/25/334

SALARY: R476 367 – R559 548 per annum
CENTRE: Ermelo Hospital (Gert Sibande District)

DUTIES: Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice of Psychiatric Nursing Care. Ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Provide quality patient care, follow norms and standards. Participate in quality improvement programs. Supervise and implement patient care standards. Implement and practice nursing health care in accordance with the statutory laws governing the nursing profession, labour and health care. Implement constructive working relations with nurses and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance of Infection Prevention and Control policies. Ensure that equipment is functional and ready all the time. Ability to prioritize, coordinate activities of patient management according to protocols. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Participate in staff development and performance management. Report patient safety incidence, challenges and deficiencies within the unit. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Ensure adherence to Batho – Pele Principles and Patient’s Right Charter.

POSITION: PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (PN-A2): GENERAL NURSING (X22 POSTS)

REFERENCE NUMBER: MPDOH/AUG/25/362

SALARY: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum
CENTRE: Gert Sibande District:
Amajuba Memorial Hospital (X1 Post)
Balfour CHC (X4 Posts)
Daggakraal CHC (X1 Post)
Driefontein CHC (X1 Post)
Embalenhle CHC (X2 Posts)
Evander Hospital (X4 Posts)
Lebohang CHC (X1 Post)
Kinross Clinic (X1 Post)
Sakhile Clinic (X1 Post)
Nthoroane Clinic (X1 Post)
Vukuzakhe Clinic (X1 Post)
KwaNgema Clinic (X1 Post)
Ermelo Hospital (X3 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice (I.E. Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing) equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse (2025). Grade 1: A minimum of 1-10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.

DUTIES: Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the health facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards. Participate in the implementation of the National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital Realization Framework. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians, including report writing when required. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality nursing care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient needs, requirements and expectations (Batho- Pele). Effectively manage resources allocated in your unit.

POSITION: PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (PN-A2): WITH MIDWIFERY (X2 POSTS)

REFERENCE NUMBER: MPDOH/AUG/25/364

SALARY: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum
CENTRE: Ehlanzeni District:
Mayflower Clinic (X1 Post)
Piet Retief Hospital (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or equivalent plus Basic qualification accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (I.E. Diploma/ Degree in General Nursing) equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse (2025). Grade 1: A minimum of 1-10 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Ability to function independently and to prioritize work. Leadership and sound interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.

DUTIE: Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the health facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards. Participate in the implementation of the National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital Realization Framework. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians, including report writing when required. Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality nursing care. Work effectively, co-operatively amicably with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient needs, requirements and expectations (Batho- Pele). Effectively manage resources allocated in your unit.

APPLICATIONS: Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za

CLOSING DATE: 29 August 2025

NOTE: NB: Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate the administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department.

All posts, health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory councils for shortlisted candidates. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83.

Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from the Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za Only Online Applications will be accepted.

NB: Candidates who are not contacted within 90 DAYS after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful. Please note the department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their application.

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