TRAFFIC Western Cape

Nurse Private Residence

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Winelands (Stellenbosch / Tulbagh / Montagu)

(Market related)

Private Nurse / Elderly Care Nurse
Wellington
Cape Winelands

Nursing Position - Private Home Care (Full-Time)
Position: Private Nurse / Elderly Care Nurse
Location: Private residence
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Overview A family is seeking a compassionate and experienced Professional Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to provide dedicated care for an elderly couple in a private home environment. The successful candidate will work alongside existing carers but will take responsibility for professional nursing tasks, medication supervision, and overall health monitoring.
This role requires someone patient, attentive, and caring who is comfortable working in a home-care setting and supporting the wellbeing of elderly patients.
Working Hours

  • Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 18:00
  • Weekends: On standby when assistance is required (this does not occur frequently but availability is important)
  • Hours may occasionally be adjusted slightly depending on the needs of the household.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide professional nursing care for an Elderly couple
  • Manage and monitor a catheter, including:
    • Handling catheter care
    • Changing when necessary
    • Assisting if blockage occurs
  • Medication management, including checking and administering medication as prescribed
  • Monitor and report on general health and wellbeing
  • Work alongside carers to ensure the patients receive proper support
  • Provide general nursing oversight and guidance where necessary
  • Occasionally accompany patient to town
  • Ensure patients are comfortable, safe, and well cared for at all times
Requirements
  • Qualified Nurse (Registered or Enrolled)
  • Experience caring for elderly patients
  • Strong catheter management experience is essential
  • Good understanding of medication monitoring
  • Friendly, patient, and compassionate personality
  • Willing to work in a private home environment
  • Own reliable transport required
  • Physically and emotionally suited to elderly care
Personal Attributes
  • Kind and patient nature
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Good communication skills
  • Professional but warm approach to care
  • Willing to assist the family where needed
Additional Notes The family is looking for someone who will become a trusted and supportive presence in the household, ensuring the health, comfort, and dignity of the patients at all times.

About This Role

Career insights for Nurse Practitioners positions

Salary Benchmark
R26,634/month
R21,761 to R35,155/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Complex Problem Solving Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Active Learning
Common Technologies
eClinicalWorks V12 Epic EHR 3M CodeComplete Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Microsoft Edge Google Chrome Microsoft Excel 365

Job Overview

Date Posted
27 Mar 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Nurse Practitioners Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R26,634/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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