assistant manager: nursing (specialty - psychiatry) pnb-4, Ref No. H/A/2026

Apply for assistant manager: nursing (specialty - psychiatry) pnb-4 at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-03-20.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: nursing services

Province: free state

Reference: H/A/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-20

Salary: R755,355

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 11

Centre: Free State Psychiatric Complex, Bloemfontein


Minimum Qualification

Diploma/Degree in Nursing plus Post-Basic Nursing Qualification (1 year) in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science accredited with SANC

Experience Required

10 Years Total (6 Years Specialty) in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Expertise in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing and Mental Health Care Act (MHCA)
  • Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and disciplinary management skills
  • Proficiency in financial and budgetary oversight for nursing resources
  • Advanced understanding of the National Nursing Strategy and Ideal Hospital framework
  • Basic computer literacy and administrative competence in clinical reporting

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years experience as a Professional Nurse
  • At least 6 years experience in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing post-specialty qualification
  • At least 3 years experience at management level

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead and coordinate specialized holistic nursing care within the psychiatric unit in compliance with legal and professional frameworks
  • Manage human and financial resources effectively to ensure optimal operational functioning and cost-effective service delivery
  • Monitor and manage patient safety incidents and resolve clinical complaints to maintain high standards of psychiatric care
  • Facilitate staff development through mentoring of Operational Managers and coordination of clinical training and research
  • Ensure implementation of Regulated Norms, Standards, and SOPs including the Mental Health Care Act and Ideal Hospital framework

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R755355 per annum, Plus 13th Cheque, Housing Allowance, Medical Aid (Optional, Employee must meet the prescribed requirements.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Me M.E. Semelo Tel No: (051) 407 9207

Reference No:

H/A/2026

Application Process

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  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: H/A/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While not a mandatory requirement, the advertisement states that a Diploma or Degree in Nursing Administration will be an added advantage. However, 3 years of actual management experience is compulsory.
You must hold a post-basic nursing qualification of at least one year in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science, accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) under Government Notice No. R212.
The 6 years must be appropriate and recognizable nursing experience gained specifically *after* you obtained your one-year post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing.
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