Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Registered Professional Nurse.
• A post basic nursing qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Operating Thea-tre Nursing with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Nursing Council as Professional Nurse.

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• At least 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognisable experience in the specific- specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate recognisable experience at management level. Inherent requirements of the job: Will be required to perform after-hour duties including weekends, and public holidays.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

• Computer literacy in Word, and Excel. Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and National Core Standards.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to this nursing specialty. Nursing Management qualification / skills.
• Strong leadership and good interpersonal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to function in a team and under pressure.