Nursing Assistant (X1 Post)

Reference number: NMH/ENA/2026

Salary: Grade 1: R181 230 – R207 225 per annum; Grade 2: R211 401 – R239 922 per annum; Grade 3: R249 141 – R310 890 per annum

Centre: Niemeyer Memorial Hospita

Grade 1: Experience: None.
Grade 2: Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Enrolled
Assistant with SANC.
Grade 3: Experience A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Enrolled Nursing
Assistant with SANC.
Grade12 or equivalent qualification, plus 01 year Nursing Assistant certificate that allows registration with South African Nursing Council
(SANC 2026).
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC 2026) as a Nursing Assistant.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Nursing Act.
Health Act Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Patients’ Rights Charter.
Batho Pele principles.
Public Service Regulations Labour Relations Acts.
Disciplinary Code and Procedure Grievance Procedure, etc.
Basic communication skills Basic writing skills.
Ability to function part of a team.
Basic interpersonal skills.
Elementary facilitation skills.

Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene.
Facilitate nutritional status of patients.
Facilitate the mobility of patients.
Facilitate the elimination process.
Measure, interpret and record vital signs.
Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment.
Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering intramuscular injections).
Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Order stock and equipment in a cost effective manner.
Report loss or damage immediately.
To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body.
Seek learning opportunities, i.e. in-service training, courses.
Assist patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting.
Help patient with mobility, positioning, and transferring safely.
Ensure patients are comfortable and maintain their dignity.
Observe and record changes in patient’s physical/ emotional condition to the supervisor.
Measure and record vital signs.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
Practice proper hand hygiene and personal protective equipment.
Maintain cleanliness of patient care areas and equipment (PPE) Ensure a safe environment by preventing falls and reporting hazards.
Respond promptly to patient requests and emergencies.
Record care provided accurately and promptly.
Participate in shift handover and follow up instructions from supervisors.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Demonstrate punctuality, reliability and professional behaviour.
Report faulty equipment and ensure supplies are adequately.

Mrs. G.N Nkosi Tel No: (034) 331 3011

Please forward applications quoting reference number to: Human Resource
Management, Niemeyer Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X1004, Utrecht, 2980
or email: Niemeyer.Intern@kznhealth.gov.za