Research Nurses (x2 Wits Rhi)

South Africa, South Africa

Job Description


Main purpose of the job:

  • To provide best practice data collection, clinical assessments, collection of specimens, and care according to protocols and to provide pre- and post test
HIV counsellingLocation:
  • 22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Key performance areas:
  • Inform participants about the study
  • Screen potential participants and obtain informed consent according to SOPs
  • Administer study questionnaires/interviews
  • Draw blood/collect biological specimens from participants, conduct basic analysis according to protocol, and send samples or specimens to the laboratory
  • Conduct physical examinations
  • Provide appropriate health education and adherence counseling where necessary
  • Refer participants to alternative care if necessary
  • Clean and sterilize all used speculums and equipment
  • Supervise the fieldwork team if required
  • Develop and update study-specific job aides
  • Collect participant data from medical notes and complete CRFs
  • Maintain full clinical records for all participants
  • Maintain an inventory register of drug stocks, laboratory samples, promotional materials, and condoms
  • Perform sample-related activities such as labeling, storage, and collection
  • Compile relevant reports and feedback on all activities
  • Quality control CRFs and other study documents
  • Safekeeping of project assets
  • Facilitate training of staff on study protocol and SOPs
  • Prepare all relevant reports
  • Capture data timeously and accurately
  • Provide regular updates on the study to key stakeholders
  • Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management
  • Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
  • Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
  • Take ownership of driving your own career development by attending training and development sessions and relevant meetings
Required minimum education and training:
  • Diploma in General Nursing (3 Years)
Required minimum work experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of Nursing experience in STI/HIV, research and or clinical trials
Professional body registration:
  • South African Nursing Council (SANC) in General Nursing
Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:
  • Advanced Diploma in Midwifery or similar will be an advantage
  • Certification in good clinical practice
  • Experience in a research environment
  • Highly organized and systematic with strict compliance with protocols
  • Be tactful, and respectful and maintain confidentiality
  • Good administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Must be a self-driven work ethic
TO APPLY:
  • Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
  • Please Apply Online.
  • Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
  • The closing date for all applications: 13 September 2024.
  • Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
  • Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note:
  • AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
  • Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
  • Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
  • AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1355539
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    South Africa, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned