43 Nursing Intern jobs in South Africa

**Must be willing to relocate to Ireland**

**Must possess a
Nursing Auxiliary qualification or healthcare qualification
equivalent to QQI Level 5 in Ireland**

See attached QQI qualification checker -

**Must have held a full driving license**

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Carer to provide high-quality care and support to individuals in their homes. As a Home Carer, you will assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. The candidate will play a vital role in promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for individuals.

Key Responsibilities
:

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Provide medication reminders and support with prescribed treatments.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as required.
• Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote emotional well-being.

Qualifications
:

• Must possess a
  healthcare qualification - Nursing Auxiliary
  , equivalent to QQI Level 5 in Ireland or hold one of the following qualifications as applicable: Bachelor Degree, Honours Bachelor Degree, Certificate of Achievement N6, Certificate of Achievement N5, Certificate of Achievement N4, National Diploma, Higher Diploma, Post Graduate Diploma, National Higher Certificate, Nursing Auxiliary, Diploma in (Subject Area), Advanced Diploma, Advanced Certificate, Certificate in (Subject Area), Diploma in General Nursing.
• See attached QQI qualification checker -
• Candidates must have held a full driving license for more than 2 years (this license must have a validity of a minimum of 1-2 years before it needs to be renewed).
• Previous experience in a caregiving or home care role is an asset.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.

Job Purpose:

   To build and manage a commercially viable clinic through the promotion and delivery of professional, value-adding clinic services in line with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) regulations, Company policies and procedures.

Job Objectives:

   To establish and grow a loyal client base through effective promotion of the Clinic's services to Clicks' customers and by delivering high standards of patient care and customer service

   To provide a multitude of clinic services, including but not limited to, providing lifestyle management screening tests, conducting 'well baby' clinics, health immunisations, baby health monitoring, reproductive health services, adult immunisations, primary health care (minor ailments and wound care) and a Phlebotomy Service

   To counsel and advise patients on health information, weight management and refer patients to Pharmacists and other health professionals when appropriate

   To ensure patient information is held securely, confidentially and is accurately maintained on an electronic system and that payment is received for all services rendered

   To ensure the efficient running of the clinic through effective administration, booking of locums and through accurate and timely reporting on financial and stock management

   To ensure efficient stock management and to prevent stock loss and shrinkage and to monitoring the cold chain and take necessary safety precautions, particularly with regards to managing medical

   To establish and build health professional networks in order to further enhance the commercial viability of the clinic and the service offering to patients

   To plan, coordinate and implement Health Days and any other ad hoc projects in order to further enhance Clicks' offering to its customers

   To manage adverse events and emergencies in a professional and effective manner

Qualifications and Experience:

   Registration as Professional Nurse with SANC

   3 year diploma in nursing or the 4 year degree

   A minimum of 3 years practical experience in a broad range of nursing disciplines, preferably Community Health, Primary Health and Midwifery

   Unisolv and Allegra (preferable)

Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge:

   Financial and commercial acumen

   Time management

   Integrity

   Marketing and selling skills

   Ability to work independently

   Confident and engaging

   Customer service orientated

   Proactive

   Attention to details

   Computer Literacy (MS Office, including outlook, word and excel)

Competencies:

   Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations

   Persuading and Influencing

   Relating and Networking

   Planning and Organising

   Adhering to Principles and Values

   Following Instructions and Procedures

   Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

Listing reference:

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Health & Fitness

Job category: Nursing Staff

Location: Soshanguve

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

To promote and deliver professional, commercially viable and quality clinic services in compliance with South African Nursing Council regulations and company standards.

Job description

• Manage a commercially viable clinic in line with company guidelines
• Provide lifestyle management screening tests
• Conduct "Well Baby" clinics, including health immunisations and baby health monitoring
• Offer and provide reproductive health services
• Provide adult immunisations
• Provide Primary Health Care e.g. minor ailments and wound care
• Render a Phlebotomy Service
• Compile professional, stock and financial management reports
• Manage medical waste, ensure a safe environment and safety precautions are taken
• Manage adverse events and emergencies
• Counsel and advise patients on health information, weight management and refer patients to Pharmacists and other health professionals when appropriate
• Plan and implement "Health Days" and other projects
• Develop health professional networks

Minimum requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registration as Professional Nurse
• 3 year diploma in nursing or the 4 year degree
• A minimum of 3 years practical experience in a broad range of nursing disciplines, preferably Community Health, Primary Health and Midwifery
• Unisolv and Allegra (preferable)
• MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge:

• Ensures patient information is held securely, confidentially and accurately maintained on an electronic system
• Administration and reporting to ensure efficient running of the clinic as per company policy and processes
• Ensures payment for services received by ensuring controls in place and adhered to
• Manages, monitors and orders clinic services stock and equipment, along with prevention of loss and shrinkage and monitoring cold chain
• Financial and commercial acumen
• Ensures SANC registration and indemnity up to date
• Establishes locum network and arranges locums
• Implements and conducts self-audit tool
• Time management

Competencies:

• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Working with People
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Relating and Networking
• Planning and Organising
• Commercial Awareness

Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.

VACANCY: NURSING MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH NURSING LECTURER (PRETORIA CAMPUS)

Requirements :

•Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

•Basic qualifications accredited with South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e., Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse and Midwife.

•Degree in Nursing.

•Diploma/Degree in Nursing Education registered with the SANC.

•Master's Degree in nursing

•Current SANC registration receipt.

•Registered with SANC as an assessor / moderator

•Minimum of four (4) years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience as Registered Nurse in a unit manager capacity.

•Three (3) years appropriate and recognisable experience in nursing education (management and research) after obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification in Nursing Education.

•Must be computer literate.

•Valid driver's license and own transport.

Duties :

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:

•planning, coordination and implementation of the nursing management and research modules for the R171 programme

•provide theoretical and clinical instructions

•conduct evaluations of Nursing programmes;

•clinical accompaniment,

•supervision and implementation of assessment strategies to determine student competencies;

•exercise control over students; provide students' guidance and support towards attainment of minimum course requirements as set by SANC.

•Support the mission of the College by serving in Committees, attending, and participating in meetings and College/Campus activities.

•Review and evaluate curriculum.

•Engage in own Continuous Professional Development (CPD) related to own area of practice and to Nursing Education.

Application Deadline: 2025/11/01 Expected Start Date: 2026/01/01

Please E-mail CV to:

Job Type: Part-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a qualification in nursing education?

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• community health lecturing: 2 years (Required)
• nursing management lecturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Nursing Educator – Role Description

A Nursing Educator is a registered professional nurse with advanced education and expertise in both clinical practice and teaching. Their primary responsibility is to facilitate the education, training, and professional development of nursing students, newly qualified nurses, and practicing nurses. They bridge the gap between theory and practice by preparing competent, ethical, and compassionate nurses who can provide safe, evidence-based care in diverse healthcare settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Curriculum Development:

Design, plan, and deliver nursing curricula aligned with regulatory and institutional standards.

Facilitate classroom teaching, clinical instruction, and simulation-based learning.

Assess and evaluate students' academic and clinical performance.

Clinical Facilitation:

Supervise students in clinical placements to ensure safe practice and application of theoretical knowledge.

Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback.

Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in real healthcare environments.

Research & Evidence-Based Practice:

Incorporate current research findings into teaching and practice.

Encourage student engagement in research and scholarly activities.

Leadership & Professional Development:

Serve as a role model for professionalism, ethical practice, and lifelong learning.

Contribute to policy development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of nursing education programmes.

Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain registration with the South African Nursing Council (or relevant body).

Skills & Attributes:

Strong clinical knowledge across general nursing and specialty areas.

Excellent teaching, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Competence in curriculum design, assessment methods, and educational technology.

Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor students and colleagues.

Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Commitment to ethical, patient-centered, and evidence-based practice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R28 000,00 - R34 000,00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Listing reference:

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 8 September 2025

Position summary

Industry: Health & Fitness

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Sandton

Contract: Permanent

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

To build and manage a commercially viable clinic through the promotion and delivery of professional, value-adding clinic services in line with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) regulations, Company policies and procedures.

Job description

Job Objectives:

• To establish and grow a loyal client base through effective promotion of the Clinic's services to Clicks' customers and by delivering high standards of patient care and customer service
• To provide a multitude of clinic services, including but not limited to, providing lifestyle management screening tests, conducting 'well baby' clinics, health immunisations, baby health monitoring, reproductive health services, adult immunisations, primary health care (minor ailments and wound care) and a Phlebotomy Service
• To counsel and advise patients on health information, weight management and refer patients to Pharmacists and other health professionals when appropriate
• To ensures patient information is held securely, confidentially and is accurately maintained on an electronic system and that payment is received for all services rendered
• To ensure the efficient running of the clinic through effective administration, booking of locums and through accurate and timely reporting on financial and stock management
• To ensure efficient stock management and to prevent stock loss and shrinkage and to monitoring the cold chain and take necessary safety precautions, particularly with regards to managing medical
• To establish and build health professional networks in order to further enhance the commercial viability of the clinic and the service offering to patients
• To plan, coordinate and implement Health Days and any other ad hoc projects in order to further enhance Clicks' offering to its customers
• To manage adverse events and emergencies in a professional and effective manner

Knowledge:

• Financial and commercial acumen
• Integrity
• Ability to work independently
• Confident and engaging
• Customer service orientated
• Proactive
• Attention to detail
• Computer Literacy (MS Office, including outlook, word and excel)
• Marketing and selling skills
• Time management

Skills:

• N/A

Competencies:

Essential:

• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Persuading and Influencing
• Relating and Networking

Desirable:

• Planning and Organising
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

Minimum requirements

Experience:

Essential:

• A minimum of 3 years practical experience in a broad range of nursing disciplines, preferably Community Health, Primary Health and Midwifery

Desirable:

• Unisolv and Allegra

Education:

§ Essential: 3 year Diploma in Nursing or the 4 year degree, and registered with SANC with the following qualifications:

• Nursing Practitioner (General, Psychiatric and Community) Midwifery; or
• Nursing Practitioner (General, Psychiatric and Community) Accoucheur; or
• General Nurse with the following additional qualifications: Midwifery or Accoucheur; and Clinical Nursing Science Health Assessment, Treatment and Care or Community Nursing Science

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Our client, a leader in the private healthcare industry, is currently looking for Enrolled Nursing Auxiliary (ENA) with work experience in Neonatal ICU to work part-timeshifts at a private hospital in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town in the Western Cape.

Join our dynamic team today to take advantage of the range of benefits we offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible payment options
• Placement opportunities at various clients across South Africa
• Complimentary indemnity cover at specified clients

• Must be available IMMEDIATELY
• Valid SANC licence
• Previous work experience in Neonatal ICU is essential
• Competent in the demonstration and assessment of relevant Neonatal ICU clinical procedures

• Duties and responsibilities according to scope of practice
• Neonatal ICU duties and responsibilities

Job Description

La Vie is a social enterprise that aims to be the premier name in long-term care in South Africa. Our network of frail care facilities and sub-acute hospitals is focused on providing high-quality, personalized care with a lot of heart. We believe that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect, and we strive to create a nurturing environment that feels like home.

We are seeking an Auxiliary Nurse who is compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented for our frail care and sub-acute facility in Douglasdale, Johannesburg.

We care deeply about our residents/patients and we strive to offer the highest-quality personalized healthcare to each individual. We also care as much about our staff and they are not just another number at La Vie.

Minimum Requirements

• 5-10 years' experience in a leading role in a ward.
• Must be registered with the relevant authorities.
• Must perform all duties required in the scope of practice for a Enrolled Auxiliary Nurse.
• Experience in Geriatric care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Registered Nurses with basic patient care duties.
• Monitor and record vital signs.
• Assist with emergency call-outs.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding).
• Change bed linen and maintain patient comfort.
• Assist with mobility and positioning of patients.
• Perform basic wound care under supervision.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided.
• Follow infection control protocols.
• Support a safe, clean, and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Requirements

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Auxiliary Nurse.
• Good observation and reporting skills.
• Basic knowledge of medication administration under supervision.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.
• Physical stamina to assist with patient transfers and positioning.
• Good communication skills in English and preferably one additional South African language.
• Must be able to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

If you are a highly motivated individual with a background in the medical industry and a passion for making a difference in the healthcare sector, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R6 000,00 - R9 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?
• This role involves several complex and challenging aspects, including managing distressed families, unexpected patient transfers, treating patients with complex health conditions like untreated bedsores, handling situations where medication is not supplied, dealing with difficult communications with families about patient conditions, providing end-of-life care, and ensuring safety during power outages.

Are you comfortable handling these challenging aspects and do you feel you have the resilience and skills to provide the best possible care under these circumstances?

• Where do you stay? How long is your commute to Douglasdale, Johannesburg?

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person