CLINICAL NURSE PRACTITIONER (PHC) GRADE 1 ONLY ( CONTRACT TILL 31 MARCH 2026)

The Department of Health, Primary Health Care Directorate, is looking for highly dedicated and skilled Clinical Nurse Practitioners (PHC) Grade 1 to join their team. This is a contract position until 31 March 2026, offering a competitive annual package plus benefits. We are seeking 25 qualified professionals to contribute to optimal holistic specialized nursing care within the Ekurhuleni Health District.

About the Role

As a Clinical Nurse Practitioner (PHC) Grade 1, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive primary healthcare services. This includes delivering specialized nursing care, efficiently managing resources, participating in training and research initiatives, and upholding high professional and ethical standards. You will also play a key role in promoting the quality of nursing care in line with core standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide optimal holistic specialized nursing/clinical care adhering to set standards and within professional/legal frameworks.
• Effectively utilize human, material, and service resources.
• Participate in training and research activities.
• Maintain professional growth, ethical standards, and facilitate the development of yourself and subordinates.
• Plan and organize your own work, act as a team leader, and make relevant decisions regarding patient care.
• Promote the quality of nursing care as directed by core standards.

Requirements

To be considered for this vital role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education:
  • Grade 12 Certificate.
  • Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of Government Notice R425 (Diploma / Degree in nursing as a Professional Nurse).
  • Post-Basic Qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice R48, in a relevant specialty such as Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment, and Care.
• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of appropriate experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Registration: Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

Package & Benefits

R476,367.00 per annum (plus benefits).

Location

Ekurhuleni Health District, Germiston, Gauteng.

How to Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted online via the E-Recruitment portal. Please follow the instructions carefully:

• Visit the E-Recruitment portal: https://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za
• Alternatively, you may hand-deliver your application to Ekurhuleni Health District at 40 Catlin Street, GERMISTON.
• Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form, completed in full (available from any Public Service Department or www.dpsa.gov.za).
• Register your application forms on the specific register books according to the reference number (REFS/023195) as per the advertisement. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered.
• As per Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, you are NOT required to submit copies of qualifications and other related documents with your initial application. Only submit the Z.83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview.

Important Notes

• Reference Number: REFS/023195
• Number of Posts: 25
• Closing Date: 14 August 2025
• Enquiries: Ms P.T Mngomezulu, Tel: 083 568 5673
• If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – including reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks, and employment verification.
• The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993.
• People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Employment equity principles will be taken into consideration.
• Due to the high volume of applications expected, individual acknowledgments may not be sent.