- Company
- KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
- Location
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- Grade 1: R181 230 - R207 225 per annum. Other benefits (medical aid optional), housing Allowance (applicant must meet prescribed…
- Reference
- UMG 10/2026
- Closing date
- 17 November 2026 (14 days left)
About this post
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health is looking for 16 people for the post of Enrolled Nursing Assistant in KwaZulu-Natal. It is a permanent post, paying Grade 1: R181 230 – R207 225 per annum. Other benefits (medical aid optional), housing Allowance (applicant must meet prescribed requirements) CENTRE Umgeni Specialized Psychiatric Hospital: Howick.
Closing date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Nursing Assistant certificate that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council.
- Experience: No experience required.
- Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patients Right Charter, Batho Pele Principles.
- Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure.
- Elementary communication skills.
- Elementary writing skills.
- Ability to function as part of a team.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of scope of practice of an Enrolled Nurse Assistant.
- Ability to perform structured tasks under direct and indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Empathy, sensitivity and drive for excellence.
- Knowledge of SANC Rules and Regulations.
- Knowledge of Code of Conduct and Labour Relations.
- Skills in organizing and planning scheduled duties.
What you’ll do
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (physical care).
- Provide elementary clinical nursing care.
- Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self- development.
- Provision of Quality Nursing Care through the implementation of standards, policies and procedures.
- To abide by and ensure implementation of Nursing Care plans.
- Uphold the Batho Pele and Patients’ Rights Charter principles.
- Provide a safe, therapeutic environment as laid down by the Nursing Act, Occupational Health and Safety and all other applicable prescripts.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records according to legal requirements and scope of practice.
- Ensure effective utilization of all resources.
- Abide by Infection Control and Prevention protocols.
- Execute duties and functions within the scope of practice.
- To provide elementary clinical nursing care.
- Assist in escorting patients to other hospitals.
- To execute duties with proficiency within prescripts of applicable legislation and to support the aim and objectives of the institution.
- To assist the Operational Manager to provide a safe and therapeutic environment.
- To maintain client satisfaction through quality service delivery.
- To maintain hygiene needs of patients and render assistance to all team members.
- Provide health education according to knowledge and scope of practice
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number UMG 10/2026 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: Applications quoting the relevant reference UMG 07/2026. All Applications should be forwarded to: Mr VM Mvelase, The Chief Executive Officer, Umgeni Specialised Psychiatric Hospital, Private Bag X23 Howick, 3290 for attention: Human Resource Department or courier OR hand delivered at the Human Resources Office Umgeni Hospital, Old Main Road, Howick, 3290. Applications can also be emailed to UmgeniHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za.
For attention: Mr VM Mvelase
Enquiries: Mrs ST Chule Tel No: (033) 330 6146, Ext. 113
Closing date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
The following documents must be submitted: Amended application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. No faxed applications will be considered. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. UMG 05/2019.Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post/s. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA for the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, however correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraints no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview.
Download the editable Z83 application form (official DPSA PDF). It is free: nobody may charge you for it.
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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