Limpopo Department of Health Vacancies 2026/2027: Professional Nurse Speciality Grade 1–2 – 4 Permanent Posts

 

Are you a qualified Professional Nurse with specialised nursing training and experience looking for a permanent government employment opportunity in Limpopo? The Limpopo Department of Health is inviting applications from suitably qualified nursing professionals for four permanent Professional Nurse Speciality positions.

This opportunity is aimed at registered Professional Nurses who have completed an accredited post-basic nursing qualification in a recognised speciality area and are prepared to contribute to quality patient care and effective healthcare service delivery.

If you have the required nursing qualifications, SANC registration and relevant experience, this could be an opportunity to advance your nursing career.

Job Details

  • Department: Limpopo Department of Health

  • Position: Professional Nurse Speciality [PN-B1] Grade 1–2

  • Reference Number: LDOH/07/18

  • Number of Posts: 4

  • Employment Type: Permanent

  • Salary Level: Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD)

  • Grade 1 Salary: R495,423 per annum

  • Grade 2 Salary: R607,350 per annum

  • Closing Date: 31 March 2027

  • Application Portal: Limpopo Provincial Government eRecruitment

Job Purpose and Key Performance Areas

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing specialised nursing services while ensuring that patients receive quality healthcare in accordance with professional standards and applicable legislation.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Provide direction and supervision in implementing nursing plans, with particular attention to clinical practice and quality patient care.

  • Deliver nursing and healthcare services in accordance with established professional standards, quality indicators, legislation and applicable healthcare regulations.

  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams to support all aspects of patient care.

  • Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of human, material and physical resources.

  • Promote high standards of nursing practice and quality healthcare service delivery within the relevant speciality.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Basic Nursing Qualification

  • Basic R425 qualification, such as a Diploma or Degree in Nursing, or an equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

2. Post-Basic Speciality Qualification

  • A post-basic nursing qualification in one of the relevant speciality nursing areas.

  • The qualification must have a duration of at least one year.

  • It must be accredited by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).

3. Professional Registration

  • Current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse in the relevant speciality area, except for Neonatal ICU Nursing as specified in the advert.

4. Relevant Work Experience

The experience requirements differ according to the grade being applied for.

Grade 1 – Professional Nurse Speciality

  • At least four years of appropriate or recognisable nursing experience after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Annual Salary: R495,423

Grade 2 – Professional Nurse Speciality

  • At least 14 years of appropriate or recognisable nursing experience after registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

  • Of these, at least 10 years must be appropriate experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification in the relevant speciality.

Annual Salary: R607,350

Applicants should ensure that they meet the experience requirements for the particular grade before applying.

Additional Employment Requirement

  • Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours and/or shifts as required by the healthcare facility.

Required Knowledge and Skills

The ideal candidates should demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures in the relevant speciality areas.

  • Good communication skills.

  • Report-writing abilities.

  • Facilitation skills.

  • Liaison and networking skills.

  • Problem-solving abilities.

  • Information management skills.

  • Computer literacy.

Enquiries

Applicants who require further information about the vacancy can contact:

  • Contact Person: Macduff Malale

  • Telephone: 015 293 6554

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official Limpopo Provincial Government eRecruitment portal.

APPLY ONLINE HERE:

Click Here to Apply – Professional Nurse Speciality Grade 1–2

Reference Number: LDOH/07/18

Closing Date: 31 March 2027

Applicants are encouraged to carefully check the qualification, SANC registration and experience requirements for their preferred grade before submitting an application.


A Message to Nursing Professionals

Nursing is more than a profession; it is a commitment to caring for people during some of their most vulnerable moments. Specialised nursing professionals bring valuable knowledge and skills that help strengthen healthcare services and improve patient outcomes.

If you have worked hard to obtain your nursing qualifications and specialised experience, do not overlook opportunities that recognise your professional development. Your dedication and expertise are needed.

To every nursing professional still searching for a suitable position, keep believing in your abilities and continue applying for opportunities that match your qualifications.

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