97 Nursing jobs in South Africa

To provide holistic, patient-centered nursing care to oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy and other treatment modalities in accordance with Cancercare’s standards, policies, and procedures.

1. Assess, develop, implement, evaluate, and record patient care.
2. Collaborate with the interprofessional team to ensure quality care and meet patient needs.
3. Conform to health and safety regulations, especially when handling cytotoxic chemotherapies, ensuring a safe working environment.
4. Provide evidence-based clinical advice, education, and support to patients and relatives.
5. Comply with relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols, and codes of conduct of Cancercare and accrediting bodies.

All services delivered should align with Cancercare Values: CARE (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Ethics). Employees are expected to demonstrate these values consistently and operate beyond their scope when required.

1. Supervise chemotherapy Extenders / Physician Extenders.
2. Provide and oversee holistic nursing care, using the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation.
3. Interpret and manage blood results in consultation with a doctor.
4. Monitor and record vital signs, reporting abnormalities.
5. Record patient allergies.
6. Provide written information about treatments and obtain informed consent.
7. Demonstrate competency in intravenous access and catheter management, including extravasation management.
8. Program infusion pumps and instruct patients on their use at home.
9. Administer chemotherapy and supportive therapies as per protocol.
10. Verify chemotherapy drugs and discuss regimen variations with oncologists.
11. Educate patients on treatment effects and side effects.
12. Identify, report, and record adverse reactions.
13. Offer emotional support and refer to social workers as needed.
14. Coordinate follow-up and provide discharge instructions and health education.
15. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
16. Maintain accurate documentation and statistical data.
17. React promptly to abnormal blood results and assess patient readiness for chemotherapy.
18. Maintain aseptic principles and ensure correct dosing and patient identification.
19. Address emotional and educational needs of patients and ensure continuous care.
20. Update communication among healthcare providers.

1. Practice infection prevention and control, adhering to PPE protocols.
2. Follow sharps and waste management policies.
3. Maintain a safe working environment per occupational health standards.
4. Record adverse events and report risks.
5. Apply CPR when necessary and ensure equipment safety.
6. Educate patients on fall and infection risks.
7. Comply with legislation and policies to ensure safety.

1. Participate in CQI activities and patient satisfaction programs.
2. Manage patient complaints and billing accurately.
3. Order consumables and verify treatment authorizations.
4. Stay updated with policies and participate in professional development.
5. Maintain competencies in BLS and GCP, and contribute to staff coaching and unit academics.

Nursing Practitioner (Head office: 6 month Relief Contract)

Listing reference: click_017399

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 24 July 2024

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Nursing Staff

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market related

EE position: Yes

We are looking for a Nursing Practitioner (6 month Relief Contract) to join our Employee Wellness team. This position will be based at our Head Office in Cape Town, reporting to the Employee Wellness Practitioner.

JOB PURPOSE

To advance the employee wellness by effectively administering the clinic services for the National Support Service Centre (NSSC).

JOB OBJECTIVES

1. To organise the clinic functions so in a manner which ensures the relationship between people, work and resources are maximised to achieve agreed objectives.
2. To provide primary healthcare, family planning and preventative health care services through knowledge, quality care and ethical practices.
3. To promote, co-ordinate and perform prompt effective medical assistance to employees in acute, emergency and chronic situations.
4. To ensure that the clinic environment is kept to a professional and clean state whilst ensuring the clinic is adequately stocked to carry out the clinic mandate.
5. To maintain accurate and up to date medical records and/or reports to track patient health/illness whilst ensuring strict patient confidentiality.
6. To educate employees on health-related topics which enhance/promote the EWP service offering.
7. To report on clinic activities in an accurate, timeous manner leading to pro-active management of potential health & safety hazards.
8. To effectively build internal and external relationships to optimise the Clinic Services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Registered with the SANC (primary healthcare & family planning)
2. A Primary Healthcare certificate (essential)
3. Allegra
4. SASOHN registration and occupational health diploma (advantageous)
5. Microsoft Office suite including: Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint

JOB SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

1. Ensures patient information is held securely, confidentially and accurately maintained on an electronic system.
2. Administration and reporting to ensure efficient running of the clinic as per company policy and processes.
3. Ensures payment for services received by ensuring controls in place and adhered to.
4. Manages, monitors and orders clinic services stock and equipment, along with prevention of loss and shrinkage and monitoring cold chain.
5. Time management.

COMPETENCIES

1. Delivering results & meeting customer expectations.
2. Working with people.
3. Adhering to principles and values.
4. Presenting and communicating information.
5. Writing & reporting.
6. Deciding and initiating an action.
7. Planning & organising.
8. Delivering results & meeting customer expectations.

Listing reference: click_017621

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 25 August 2024

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Nursing Staff

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market related

EE position: Yes

We are looking for a Nursing Practitioner (6 month Relief Contract) to join our Employee Wellness team. This position will be based at our Head Office in Cape Town, reporting to the Employee Wellness Practitioner.

JOB PURPOSE

To advance the employee wellness by effectively administering the clinic services for the National Support Service Centre (NSSC).

JOB OBJECTIVES

• To organise the clinic functions so in a manner which ensure the relationship between people, work and resources are maximised to achieve agreed objectives;
• To provide primary healthcare, family planning and preventative health care services through knowledge, quality care and ethical practices;
• To promote, co-ordinate and perform prompt effective medical assistance to employees in acute, emergency and chronic situations;
• To ensure that the clinic environment is kept to a professional and clean state whilst ensuring the clinic is adequately stocked to carry out the clinic mandate;
• To maintain accurate and up to date medical records and/or reports to track patient health/illness whilst ensuring strict patient confidentiality;
• To educate employees on health-related topics which enhance/promote the EWP service offering;
• To report on clinic activities in an accurate, timeous manner leading to pro-active management of potential health & safety hazards;
• To effectively build internal and external relationships to optimise the Clinic Services

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Registered with the SANC (primary healthcare & family planning)
• A Primary Healthcare certificate (essential)
• Allegra
• SASOHN registration and occupational health diploma (advantageous)
• Microsoft Office suite including: Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint

JOB SKILLS & 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
• Time management

• Delivering results & meeting customer expectations
• Working with people
• Adhering to principles and values
• Presenting and communicating information
• Writing & reporting
• Deciding and initiating an action
• Planning & organising
• Delivering results & meeting customer expectations

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To lead and manage nursing services at a regional level, ensuring excellence in patient care through standardisation, governance, quality oversight, culture cultivation, and care optimisation. The role oversees implementation of divisional and regional strategies, supports nursing leaders across specialities, and drives performance through clinical governance, innovation, and value-based healthcare.

This position will be based in Pietermaritzburg.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Ensure consistent implementation of evidence-based nursing standards and practices across facilities. Lead clinical advisory initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
• Oversee compliance with nursing policies and legal frameworks. Coordinate updates and alignment of divisional policies with national and global best practices.
• Monitor and improve nursing quality indicators, support the nursing management with root cause analyses, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Shape a professional nursing culture that supports leadership, accountability, and employee engagement. Facilitate professional development pathways and succession planning.
• Drive optimisation and efficiency in nursing care delivery across various specialities, focusing on workflow, outcomes, and resource utilisation.
• Collaborate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of value-based care products that improve patient outcomes while managing costs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (B.Cur or equivalent),
• Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management or Healthcare Leadership
• A valid registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)

DESIRED EDUCATION :

• Master’s Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or Public Health, Certification in Quality or Risk Management

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in a senior nursing role (e.g., Nursing Manager)
• Proven experience in clinical governance, quality management, and policy development.
• Multisite or regional leadership experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE :

• Experience in CSSD oversight or peri operative environments
• Participation in value-based care initiatives or healthcare product design

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Mediclinic Upington| Upington | South Africa

Closing date: 14/07/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Roberto Eiman
Reference number: 61052
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

The Nursing Manager leads and directs the nursing service in the hospital, including patient safety and patient experience and the management of human and other resources.

• Compile, implement and monitor the hospital-specific nursing strategy
• Drive and support a culture of quality nursing care and patient safety
• Manage resources to ensure optimal operational efficiency
• Manage the patient experience
• Lead and manage people in the nursing department
• Manage key stakeholder relations

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:

Professional Nurse qualification and Postgraduate Diploma in Health Services Management or an Accredited Management Qualification

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing when managing a specialist hospital (e.g. Mental Healthcare)

DESIRED EDUCATION:

N/A

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

5 years’ Professional Nurse Experience in a hospital

2 years’ Nursing Management Experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

N/A

• Auditing and accreditation processes
• Clinical risk management
• Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
• Human resource processes including employee relations
• Infection prevention and control
• Management of staff productivity
• Nursing functional knowledge

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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Job title : Regional Nursing Manager - Central Region

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg Deadline : July 30, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To lead and manage nursing services at a regional level, ensuring excellence in patient care through standardisation, governance, quality oversight, culture cultivation, and care optimisation.
• The role oversees implementation of divisional and regional strategies, supports nursing leaders across specialities, and drives performance through clinical governance, innovation, and value-based healthcare.
• This position will be based in Pietermaritzburg.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Ensure consistent implementation of evidence-based nursing standards and practices across facilities. Lead clinical advisory initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
• Oversee compliance with nursing policies and legal frameworks.
• Coordinate updates and alignment of divisional policies with national and global best practices.
• Monitor and improve nursing quality indicators, support the nursing management with root cause analyses, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Shape a professional nursing culture that supports leadership, accountability, and employee engagement.
• Facilitate professional development pathways and succession planning.
• Drive optimisation and efficiency in nursing care delivery across various specialities, focusing on workflow, outcomes, and resource utilisation.
• Collaborate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of value-based care products that improve patient outcomes while managing costs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (B.Cur or equivalent),
• Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management or Healthcare Leadership
• A valid registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)

DESIRED EDUCATION :

• Master’s Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or Public Health, Certification in Quality or Risk Management

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in a senior nursing role (e.g., Nursing Manager)
• Proven experience in clinical governance, quality management, and policy development.
• Multisite or regional leadership experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE :

• Experience in CSSD oversight or peri operative environments
• Participation in value-based care initiatives or healthcare product design

Community Platform Co-Ordinator: Primary Health Care (Nursing) - Health Sciences

Recruiter: HR Genie

Job Ref: 7404

Date posted: Thursday, July 10, 2025

Location: Gqeberha, South Africa

Salary: Market related

To coordinate teaching and learning activities related to the functioning of the Primary Health Care.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Preference will be given to persons from a designated group in accordance with the university's Employment Equity Plan.

Coordinate teaching and learning activities related to the Primary Health Care Mobile Health Education Clinical Platform in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Collaborate with the Faculty to build relationships within the Community and Distributive Healthcare Platform and engage in Inter-Professional Education and collaborative practice.

1. Facilitate teaching and learning for undergraduate and postgraduate students across the health spectrum.
2. Mentor students accessing the Mobile Health Education Clinical Platform.
3. Participate in research activities related to the platform.
4. Collaborate with the Eastern Cape Department of Health on consumables and clinic sites.
5. Perform administrative duties and demonstrate computer literacy.

1. Operate the Mobile Health Education Clinical Platform in communities.
2. Integrate theory and practice effectively.
3. Provide comprehensive Primary Health Care services.
4. Dispense medication according to the Essential Drugs List.
5. Manage clinical services efficiently.
6. Conduct research competently.
7. Understand relevant legislation, including the National Health Act.
8. Teach and assess Primary Health Care to students.
9. Possess good knowledge of the South African Primary Health and Public Health systems.
10. Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.
11. Have strong computer skills, including MS Office and Project Management.

Master’s degree in Nursing Science; a PhD is an advantage. Postgraduate qualifications in Advanced Primary Health Care, Nursing Education, and Management (the latter two are advantageous).

Minimum three years of clinical experience in Primary Health Care Nursing Practice. Two to three years of teaching experience in Nursing or Health Professions Education.

Code 8 Driver’s License required; willingness to obtain a Code 10 within six months.

Submit a cover letter, CV, SANC number, ID, Driver’s License, and certified copies of qualifications. No late applications accepted.

Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay| Plettenberg Bay | South Africa

Closing date: 12/06/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Lucinda Breedt
Reference number: 60968
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

To deliver safe, basic nursing care according to Scope of Practice

• Deliver basic nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety
• Contribute to a positive patient experience by assisting in the creation of a therapeuticenvironment
• Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all nursing interventions
• Participate in creating a learning environment that builds staff competence
• Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charted

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:

Higher certificate in nursing (or equivalent)

DESIRED EDUCATION:

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for specific speciality areas

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

None

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

1 year post qualification experience

• Infection prevention and control
• Basic Life Support
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Regulations regarding the Scope of Practice for Nurses and Midwives
• Relevant nursing legislation
• Scientific nursing process
• Risk identification
• Nursing procedures
• Patient observation skills

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

HR Genie

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Thursday, July 10, 2025

Gqeberha, South Africa

Market related

The purpose of the position is to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in theoretical and practical modules as presented by the Nelson Mandela University Nursing Science Department at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The role also involves participating in research, contributing to academic and community engagement, and being involved in the core functions of the university.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Preference will be given to persons from a designated group in accordance with the university's Employment Equity Plan.

To facilitate and administer the learning process in theoretical and practical modules, participate in research, contribute to academic and community engagement, and support the core functions of the university.

• Sound knowledge of theory and application in Nursing disciplines.
• Specialization in areas such as Emergency Nursing, Nephrology Nursing, Child Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, or Advanced Primary Care is advantageous.
• Experience in facilitating teaching and learning activities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contributing to curriculum development and implementation.
• Engagement in research and publication activities.
• Establishing a national reputation through collaboration and policy involvement.
• Supervising research and participating in faculty research projects and interdisciplinary education.

• Applying diverse teaching methodologies.
• Facilitation of teaching at various academic levels.
• Knowledge of research theory and applications in Nursing Science.
• Curriculum development expertise.
• Supervision of postgraduate research.
• Development of Continuing Professional Development Programs.
• Participation in seminars and research dissemination.

Masters degree in Nursing Science. Specializations in Emergency, Trauma, Critical Care, Advanced General, Nephrology, Child Care, or Oncology Nursing are advantageous. Registration with SANC as a nurse, nurse educator, assessor, and moderator is required.

Minimum two years of teaching experience in General Nursing and clinical practice. Evidence of research activity and supervision is required.

Please submit a cover letter detailing how your skills match the requirements, your SANC registration number, an updated CV, ID, Driver’s License, and certified copies of qualifications. Note that late applications will not be accepted.