Operational Manager Nursing PN-B3: PHC Free State

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-

The Operational Manager Nursing - PN-B3: PHC role involves providing leadership and supervision for nursing services within primary health care facilities, ensuring the execution of nursing plans and standards, and managing human, material, and financial resources. The main responsibilities include overseeing nursing care standards, coordinating training initiatives, managing infection control, and ensuring compliance with legal and professional requirements. Essential qualifications include a nursing diploma or degree, post-basic nursing qualification, extensive nursing experience, and current registration with SANC.

Job Title: Operational Manager Nursing - PN-B3: PHC Company: Free State Department of Health

Requirements

Hold a Matric certificate and possess the minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (such as a diploma or degree in nursing) or an equivalent qualification that permits registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Additionally, a post-basic nursing qualification of at least 1 year, accredited by SANC in one of the specified specialties, is mandatory. Minimum of 9 years of relevant nursing experience post registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing, with at least 5 years of specialized experience in the particular nursing specialty following the completion of the 1-year post-basic qualification in that specialty. Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in general nursing. A diploma in Health Care Management/Nursing administration or a relevant management diploma or degree is highly advantageous. A valid driver's license is also required. A Primary Health Care (PHC) qualification is necessary.

Knowledge and Skills

Comprehensive understanding of nursing care standards, procedures, and relevant legal frameworks including the Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho-pele principles, Nursing Strategy, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, and Skills Development Act.

Duties

Provide direction and supervision for the execution of the nursing plan (clinical and quality practice care) by planning, organizing, and monitoring the objectives of the PHC facility in collaboration with District Management and subordinates. Offer quality nursing care through the implementation of standards, policies, and procedures, while supervising and monitoring their execution. Create a therapeutic environment for staff, patients, and the public. Efficiently manage the utilization and supervision of human, material, and financial resources. Coordinate effective training and research initiatives. Maintain professional growth and ethical standards. Implement and oversee the objectives of the PMDS. Administer treatment for common or minor primary health conditions according to prescribed norms and standards, guidelines and treat patients accordingly. Screen for health problems and diseases in line with prescribed standards. Maintain a therapeutic relationship and environment to optimize and ensure the safety of health care provision. Report and communicate on the continuity of care to caregivers and the health team. Create and maintain complete and accurate nursing records for individual health care users. Audit clinical records and analyze data. Engage in health promotion and illness prevention initiatives and contribute to their evaluation. Demonstrate understanding of traditional healing practices within the health care user's belief. Implement quality nursing standards, practices, criteria, and indicators. Manage Infection Control and Prevention as well as Occupational Health & Safety Standards. Oversee the completion of accurate patient records as per legal requirements. Develop a plan to enhance the quality of nursing health care and implement a quality improvement plan. Participate in the auditing of nursing health care quality and capture data on different systems. Foster professional growth and learning opportunities for nursing and team members. Develop and document patient intervention and progress to facilitate continuity of care. Participate in the formulation and review of nursing interventions through comprehensive and ongoing assessment. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing nursing health care. Maintain a professional and ethical practice and create an enabling environment for ethical practice. Protect and advocate patients' rights in health care. Implement patient care standards, policies, and procedures. Adhere to relevant acts and prescriptions applicable to the nursing environment. Contribute to the education and professional development of students. Apply principles of nursing care to maintain professional excellence. Implement nursing care management activities according to the Standards of Practice and Scope of Practice. Act on breaches of laws relating to nursing practices and professional code of conduct and practice standards. Implement infection control and occupational safety measures as per Occupational Health & Safety legislation. Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stakeholders: liaise with Sub District, District, and other essential stakeholders. Collaborate with health social care teams and assist in decision-making regarding health care delivery. Disseminate information on epidemics, nutritional diseases, maternal and infant morbidity and mortality, and other common diseases. Manage relevant District Health Information Management System (DHIMS) and produce top-end data. Participate in quality improvement programs and activities. Conduct periodical clinical audits. Identify, develop, and manage workplace risks. Monitor and evaluate the performance of primary health care services and systems in line with public health indicators, norms, standards, and targets, reporting and initiating corrective actions as needed. Ensure primary health care services within the designated area receive adequate support from multi-disciplinary teams and shared corporate service providers. Analyze health policy and program imperatives to develop customized implementation strategies for primary health care service providers. Manage resources effectively, including staff development, budgeting, procurement planning, and maintenance.