Operational Manager Speciality (Child Nursing Science) Re-advertisement (Applicants Who Previously Applied For This Post Are Encouraged To Re-apply).

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Overview This role is for an Operational Manager Speciality focusing on Child Nursing Science within the Gauteng Department Of Health. It is a re-advertisement, and applicants who previously applied for this post are encouraged to re-apply. The position entails leading and managing nursing duties and ensuring quality patient care within the unit. What you will do * Overall supervision and control of quality patient care in the unit. * Ensure the formulation and availability of clinical patient care protocols and policies in the department. * Efficient implementation and evaluation of patient care programs in the unit according to department’s strategic goals. * Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing according to patient’s needs. * Effective monitoring and management of absenteeism. * Accountable for overall and effective management of nursing duties. * Establish efficient communication with the multidisciplinary team. * Responsible for the implementation of disciplinary measures. * Secure and allocate resources and budget to achieve workplace objectives. * Proactively Identify performance requirements to improve teamwork. * Ensure performance, evaluation, management and development of staff. * Ensuring the adherence to National Core Standards. Requirements (from the original advert) * Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 i.e., Diploma/Degree in General Nursing Science or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse plus a post-basic qualification in Child Nursing Science with duration of one year accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R212. * A qualification in Health Service Management/ Nursing Administration/Management. * A minimum of 9 years appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing. * At least 5 years of the period mentioned above must be appropriate recognizable experience after obtaining 1 – year post – basic qualification in Child Nursing Science. * A proven record of working in Paediatrics/ Neonates. * Basic computer skills. Who should apply An experienced professional nurse specializing in Child Nursing Science with SANC-accredited qualifications, including a post-basic qualification in Child Nursing Science and a management qualification in Health Service or Nursing Administration. Candidates should possess a minimum of 9 years of appropriate nursing experience, with at least 5 years of that experience obtained after completing the 1-year post-basic qualification in Child Nursing Science. A proven background in Paediatrics/Neonates and basic computer skills are also required. The ideal applicant will be capable of overseeing patient care, managing nursing staff, implementing clinical protocols, and ensuring adherence to departmental goals and national standards. Deadline 16-10-2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/operational-manager-speciality-child-nursing-science-re-advertisement-applicants-who-previously-applied-for-this-post-are-encouraged-to-re-apply-gauteng-department-of-health Source: myjobmag

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