Assistant Manager Nursing - Theatre

Component: Nursing

Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12, Basic R425 qualification with midwifery accredited by SANC (i.e. diploma/ degree in nursing) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council. Post Basic Nursing Qualification with a duration of 1 year accredited with the South African Nursing Council in Operating Theatre is compulsory. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and proof of current registration. A minimum 10 years recognizable experience in General Nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with South African Nursing Council. At least 6 years of a period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in Operating Theatre after obtaining a 1- year Post Basic Qualification accredited with South African Nursing Council. 3 years of the period referred to the above must be appropriate/recognizable experience at Management Level. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: In-depth knowledge of nursing care processes Knowledge of nursing statutes and other relevant legal frameworks including the Nursing Act, National Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patients’ Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Disciplinary codes and Grievance Procedures. Sound knowledge of perioperative nursing care, operating theatre policies, infection prevention and control, clinical governance, quality assurance and patient safety standards. Ability to function well with a team. Leadership, organisational, decision-making and problem solving skills. Knowledge of surgical safety, aseptic techniques, sterilisation and prevention of surgical site infections. Financial, human resource and material resource management skills, Ability to coordinate, supervise and monitor nursing services within Theatre Complex.

Duties:
Ensure effective commutation and smooth running within the unit. Ensure overall management and necessary support for effective functioning of the unit. Develop policies and protocols for the unit. Coordination of optimal and holistic specialized nursing care provided within the set standards and professional/legal framework. Ensure effective management of quality nursing service. Ability and knowledge to carry out theatre nursing procedures. Ensure optimal utilization of Nursing Personnel in the unit. Manage PMDS of subordinates. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the unit. Monitor checks and processes in the care of instruments in theatre. Develop SOP’S and Protocols for the unit. Mentoring of Operational Manager and Shift leaders in theatre. Supervision and control of all material resources and manage cost. Strict control of equipment and budget of department. Maintain clinical competence by ensuring that scientific principles of nursing are implemented. Participate in quality assurance, clinical audits, risk management and implementation of quality improvement initiatives. Participate in SCM and financial management processes as determined by PFMA. Maintain sound relations with all stakeholders and team within the department. Able to manage own work, time and that of junior colleagues. Demonstrate a basic understanding of HR and financial policies and practices. Manage staff performance, development, discipline, grievances and continuous professional development. Management of complaints. Ensure compliance with OHSC, Ideal Hospital Realisation Framework, infection prevention and control, clinical governance an patient safety standards. Ensure effective data management

Notes:
The following documents must be submitted, Application for employment form (Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or form website- www.kznhealth.gov.za. Originally signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of current/previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Department & other required documents. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 e.g. DPKISMH 15/2026. NB: Failure to comply with the above instruction will disqualify applicants. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Please note that due to the number of applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within two months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from NIA to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications and verification from the company Intellectual Property (CIPC). The Department reserves the right not to fill the post (s). This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.

Enquiries: Ms S.C. Nduli: Deputy Director: Nursing Management Tel No: (031) 530 - 1416

Reference number: DPKISMH 28/2026 (X1 POST)