Requirements: Grade 12. Basic qualification as a Professional Nurse according to R425 that leads to registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse; Post Basic qualification in the Specialty Area: Psychiatric Nursing recognized in accordance with R212 or a Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing recognized in accordance with R 635. A qualification in Health Services Management or equivalent. Current Registration with the SANC .A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. A minimum of 10 years appropriate / recognizable
nursing experience as a Professional Nurse after registration with the SANC of which at least 6 years experience must be in Psychiatric Nursing after obtaining the post basic qualification in Psychiatric Nursing. At least 3 years’ experience on management level.

Duties: Coordination of 24-hour optimal, holistic specialized nursing. Care provided within the set standards and professional / legal framework. Manage effectively the utilization of resources. Coordination of the provision of effective training and research. Provision of effective support to nursing services. Maintain professional growth / ethical standards and self-development.