Professional Nurse Specialty – Paediatrics at Far East Rand Hospital. Closes 15 October 2026. Salary, requirements, duties and how to apply.
| Job Title | Professional Nurse Specialty – Paediatrics |
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Reference Number | REFS/056770 |
| Category | Department of Health |
| Location | Far East Rand Hospital, Springs, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 8 October 2026 at 23:23 |
| Closing Date | 15 October 2026 at 23:59 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R495 423 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Diploma / Associate degree |
About this Professional Nurse Specialty – Paediatrics position
Introduction
Gauteng Department of Health invites applications for Professional Nurse Specialty – Paediatrics at Far East Rand Hospital, Springs, Gauteng. Salary: R 495 423.00 per annum plus benefits. Applications close on 15 October 2026. Read the requirements, key duties and application instructions below, then apply through the official Gauteng recruitment portal.
About the Company
The Gauteng Department of Health is the provincial government department responsible for public health care in Gauteng. It runs the province's regional, district and tertiary hospitals, clinics, nursing colleges and related health services. This post is based at Far East Rand Hospital.
Responsibilities
- Incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the operational manager in his/her area of all allocation.
- The provision of nursing care according to the scope of practise of nurses for his/her category will be his/her responsibility.
- Adherence to the principles of nursing practise according to the scope of practice, all quality assurance standards as well as set rules and standards of nursing in his/her area.
- Promotion of professionalism and leading by example at all times.
- Co-ordination of activities of other health team members.
- Incumbent will be a shift leader of the nursing team and relieving of the operational manager.
- Ensuring that all quality assurance standards and other mandates are implemented during his/her shift.
Required Qualifications
- Basic nursing diploma/degree as a professional nurse registered with South African Nursing Council.
- The incumbent must have a post basic nursing qualification.
- Knowledge of all legislation relevant to health care service.
Job Benefits and Perks
Salary package: R 495 423.00 per annum plus benefits.
How to Apply
Enquiries: Ms. K Tinghitsi: 011 812 8313
Official advert and application page: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=k3JfEvoXPq7Rb8wDhk8UBg==
- NOTES: Prospective applications must please use the new Z83 which is effective from 1st of January 2021 form and it must be fully completed.
- Curriculum Vitae with a detailed description of duties and names of two referees who are current/ previous supervisors.
- The communication from the HR department of the institution regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
- Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR.
- You have to be contacted within Three (3) months after the closing date if your application is suitable.
- It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA.
- The Gauteng Department of health supports the appointment of persons with disabilities.
- Suitable candidates will be subjected to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Medical Surveillance as required in the Hazardous Biological Agents (HBA) and Hazardous Chemical Substance (HCS) Regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993.
- Verification of qualification and registration to professional bodies, reference, financial information and criminal record check.
- No telephonic interview will be allowed unless there is a valid considerate reason for it.
- No faxed or emailed application will be considered.
- Applications must be submitted strictly online on a PDF format only on www.gautengonline.gov.za.
- No hand Delivery at.
- PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts.
- Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.
Be ready to answer these questions on the application form:
- Do you a have basic nursing diploma/degree as a professional nurse registered with South African Nursing Council?
Official source: Gauteng Online Recruitment Portal (jobs.gauteng.gov.za) · Last checked: 8 October 2026
Never pay to apply. Legitimate employers and government departments do not charge application fees. If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.
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