Deputy Manager Nursing REF NO: UMP 01/2026

SALARY : R1 069 215 - R1 219 323 per annum, all-inclusive package

CENTRE : Umphumulo Hospital

REQUIREMENTS

• Senior Certificate plus Degree / Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery plus Certificate of Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse and Midwife plus a minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC.

• At least 4 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at management level. Current registration with SANC (2026 receipt). Computer literacy, a valid driver's license and Diploma in Nursing Administration will be an added advantage as a recommendation.

• Knowledge of legislation and planning framework. Leadership, Management, planning, organization and co-ordination skills. Basic understanding of HR and Financial policies and practices. Basic understanding of the legislative framework governing the public service. Computer literacy to adequately manage information according to the requirements of the facility. Knowledge of hospital quality assurance and infection control practices. Decision making skills.

DUTIES

• Exercise overall control of Nursing Care, including information and implementation of Nursing Programmes and the execution and evaluation thereof. Manage the formulation and implementation of Strategic plan, Operational plan, Business plan, policies and procedures of nursing services.

• Demonstrate the facility's commitment to quality care by ensuring compliance with Office of Health Standard Compliance (OHSC), Ideal Hospital (IHRM) and clinical governance structures and Infection Prevention and Control.

• Execute duties and function with proficiency, in support of aims and strategic objectives of the institution and the Department of Health. Ensure control of disciplinary matters, grievances and labour issues in the nursing sector. Timeously submit verbal and written reports to the CEO. Manage and utilize resources in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. Conduct clinical audits and co-ordinate, facilitate and implement quality improvement initiatives and Good Governance.

• Advocate and promote nursing ethos and professionalism. Ensure effective employee performance management. Identify training needs and implement intervention strategies. To assist the institution with audit preparedness and to implement and monitor audit findings. Facilitate clinical workshops to update nursing staff Ensure compliance with statistic collection and adherence to data management principles of KZN Department of Health.