professional nurse: pnb-1 (psychiatry), Ref No. H/P/17/2026

Apply for professional nurse: pnb-1 (psychiatry) at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-05-08.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: mental health services

Province: free state

Reference: H/P/17/2026

Closing Date: 2026-05-08

Salary: R476,367

No Of Vacancy: 8

Centre: Free State Psychiatric Complex, Bloemfontein


Minimum Qualification

  • Diploma/Degree in Nursing plus a 1-year post-basic qualification in Advanced or Child Psychiatry.
  • Current SANC registration as a Professional Nurse.

Experience Required

4 Year in General Nursing and Midwifery

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Specialized knowledge in Advanced or Child Psychiatry
  • In-depth understanding of the Mental Health Act, procedures, and related legislation
  • Strong communication and interpersonal relationship skills
  • Knowledge of the legal and ethical frameworks governing nursing practice in South Africa
  • Ability to lead a clinical shift and supervise nursing teams
  • Competency in resource management and cost-effective service delivery
  • Holistic approach to patient care and rehabilitation.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing and Midwifery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Deliver advanced and comprehensive specialized nursing care to patients within the psychiatry unit
  • Act as a shift leader, providing clinical direction and supervision for the implementation of nursing care plans
  • Implement and monitor quality nursing standards, criteria, and indicators to ensure high-level practice
  • Practice healthcare in strict accordance with the Mental Health Act and other relevant legal frameworks
  • Maintain constructive working relationships with multidisciplinary stakeholders to ensure integrated care
  • Manage the unit's human, material, and physical resources efficiently and cost-effectively
  • Ensure holistic nursing service delivery that is equitable and efficient for all psychiatric patients
  • Uphold professional and ethical practices in line with nursing legislation and related legal requirements
  • Oversee the quality of practice and clinical patient care within the specialty unit.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

  • Grade 1: R476367 PER ANNUM, (OSD).
  • Grade 2: R583989 PER ANNUM, (OSD).

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

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

Reference No:

H/P/17/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: H/P/17/2026
  • 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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