Nurses wanted: Public Service Commission says 400 posts still open despite hiring push

KUALA KANGSAR, September 12 — The Public Service Commission (SPA) has filled over 1,000 nursing vacancies in the public service, leaving around a few hundred more positions still open. This follows a recruitment drive to address the critical need for nurses in the healthcare sector. In an effort to speed up the hiring process, the SPA has initiated open interviews and walk-in methods for nursing applicants, including those with a diploma in nursing.

The SPA chairman, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Jailani Muhamed Yunus, emphasized the importance of nurses in the public service due to the high demand in the healthcare industry and the competitive offers from the private sector. SPA also focuses on recruiting other crucial personnel, such as Public Health Assistants. While civil servants are free to seek better job opportunities after their contracts, the SPA is committed to implementing succession plans by continuously recruiting new personnel to ensure the smooth functioning of the public service.