DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Health And Wellness

Professional Nurse Grade 1 To 3 (GENERAL) (NURSING RELIEF TEAM) (3 Month Contract)

Salary or stipendGrade 1: R337 359 per annum Grade 2: R411 978 per annum Grade 3: R495 423 per annum

The Department of Health And Wellness is looking for a Professional Nurse Grade 1 To 3 (GENERAL) (NURSING RELIEF TEAM) (3 Month Contract). This is a contract role based in Western Cape.

Alexandra HospitalApplications close 9 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/291, page 206

Appointment
Contract
Province
Western Cape
Closing date
9 November 2026
Centre
Alexandra Hospital

What you will need

  • Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.
  • Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.
  • Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day and night duty, weekends and public holidays to meet the operational

Experience

Experience: Grade 1 : None. Grade 2 : A minimum of 10 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3 : A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Professional registration

Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Grade 2 : A minimum of 10 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. Grade 3 : A minimum of 20 years recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Key responsibilities

  • Provision of optimal, holistic nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework.
  • Effective utilisation of resources.
  • Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
  • Provision of Support to Nursing Services.
  • Participation in training and research.

Additional details

  • Contract length: 3 Month
  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

  • Enquiries: Ms JE Isaacs
  • Telephone: (021) 503-5000

Please note

  • No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
  • Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply.
  • Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.
  • This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status).

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