PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1/2 – SPECIALTY STREAM REF NO: PMMH 33/2026 (X1 POST) Component: Admission, Antenatal & Labour Ward

SALARY : Grade 1: R495 423 – R571 161 per annum
Grade 2: R607 350 – R741 783 per annum
Other Benefits: Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque
(conditions apply), Medical Aid (Optional), In- hospital Area Allowance (8% of
basic salary)
CENTRE : Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Degree/Diploma) in nursing or equivalent
qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council
(SANC) as a “Professional Nurse” with Midwifery A post-basic qualification in
Advanced Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing Science with a duration of at
least one year, accredited with the SANC. Certificates of Registration with the
SANC (General Nursing and Midwifery) Current registration with the SANC
(2026) Experience Grade 1: a minimum of 4 years appropriate/ recognizable
experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the
SANC in General Nursing. Experience Grade 2: a minimum of 14 years
appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a
Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of
the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in
the specific specialty, i.e. Advanced Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, after
obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty.
Knowledge of nursing legislation, policies, guidelines and professional/ethical
practices. Knowledge and skills in the management of normal and high-risk
pregnancy, labour, delivery and the postnatal period. Ability to identify and
manage obstetric emergencies within the scope of practice. Good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work
effectively in a multidisciplinary team. Basic computer literacy. Ability to plan,
organise and provide quality nursing and midwifery care. Knowledge of Batho
Pele principles and Infection Prevention and Control practices.
DUTIES : Provision of optimal, holistic and specialised nursing and midwifery care in
the Admission, Antenatal and Labour Ward. Provide antenatal care and
monitor patients during labour and delivery. Identify and manage obstetric
emergencies and complications within the scope of practice. Effective
utilisation of human, financial and material resources. Participate in training,
research, quality assurance and clinical audits. Maintain accurate patient
records and promote adherence to nursing and midwifery standards. Provide
support to nursing services and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary
team. Maintain professional growth, ethical standards and self-development.
Attend meetings, workshops and training programmes as assigned by the
supervisor. Assist with relief duties of the supervisor and act as a shift leader
on both day and night when necessary. NB: Must be prepared to work shift
as per allocation; includes night shift, weekends and Public Holidays.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs R.M Abboo Tel No: (031) 907 8518
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager OR Hand
deliver to A-Block 1st Floor white applications box. Prince Mshiyeni Memorial
Hospital, Private Bag X07, Mobeni, 4060. Applicants are encouraged to apply
for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/
kznjobs . A p p l i c a t i o n s m a y a l t e r n a t i v e l y b e e m a i l e d t o :
Mxolisi.Mlambo@kznhealth.gov.za quoting reference number only in the
subject line. Emailed applications should please be sent as one attachment.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr. M.F Mlambo
NOTE : Directions To Candidates: Applicants must submit a fully completed, initialled
and signed Z83 form and a detailed CV only. All fields of Sections A, B, C and
D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Due to the limited space on the Z83,
applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached” in Sections E, F and
G. However, the question relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment
under Part F must be answered, and the declaration must be completed and
signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified
supporting documents and a Certificate of Service endorsed by Human
Resources. Only the new Z83 Application for Employment form, effective
from 01 January 2021, will be accepted. The form is available from any
Government Department or from the KZN Department of Health or DPSA
websites. The reference number and position applied for must be clearly
indicated on the Z83 form. The appointments are subject to positive
outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following
checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records,
citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of
previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company
Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). All shortlisted candidates, including
the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical
exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical
and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct)
assessment. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance
agreement within three months of appointment. Due to the anticipated high
number of applications, applications will not be acknowledged.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you are not
contacted within two months after the closing date, please consider your
application unsuccessful. African males and persons with disabilities from all
designated race groups are encouraged to apply. No subsistence and travel
(S&T) payments will be made to candidates attending interviews. Applicants
with foreign qualifications must have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA
and provide proof of the evaluation where required. Failure to comply may
result in the application not being considered. The Department reserves the
right not to fill the post(s). Failure to comply with the above requirements will
result in disqualification. (This Department is an equal opportunity and
affirmative action employer committed to promoting representivity at all levels
and across all occupational categories.)
CLOSING DATE : 23 October 2026