ENROLLED NURSE
TWO (2) YEARS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
CENTRE FOR ADHERENCE AND THERAPEUTICS-GUGULETHU
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.
Our mission is to “lessen the impact of HIV and TB epidemics on individuals, families and communities through innovation and our passion for humanity”.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with a Nursing Certificate, Diploma (Enrolled Nurse) and registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Enrolled Nurse
- At least 1 -2 years nursing experience in a primary healthcare environment
- Knowledge of HIV and ART
- Proficient in phlebotomy techniques
- Experience with the processing of samples for transport and storage
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet)
- Excellent communication (verbal & written) skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented
- Administrative and logistical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
- Knowledge of quality control, activities, systems and processes (QA/QC)
- Excellent work standards
Advantageous:
- Ability to speak isiXhosa
- Experience of working in a clinical research environment
- Experience of working in a community-based environment
- Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
- Valid driver’s license and own transport
Responsibilities:
- Recruit potential study participants
- Perform clinic observations and study procedures for clinical trials
- Perform phlebotomy procedures for study participants
- Assist ART clinic staff with phlebotomy and other tasks, as required
- Preparation of study samples for transport and storage, including centrifuge
- Complete specimen-related study documentation
- Assist with maintenance of lab and phlebotomy related stock and equipment
- Perform all activities according to Good Clinic Practice Standards
Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence
Submit CV, motivation letter with certified copy of highest qualification and details of three (3) current contactable referees by 12 August 2022. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Visit the DTHF Career page to view the advert #DTHF-C072 and apply:
