Research Nurse

RESEARCH NURSE

TWO (2) YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT

J52, GROOTE SCHUUR, OBSERVATORY

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.

The main purpose of this position is to perform clinical procedures on research participants according to the protocol requirements and Good Clinical Practice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing and Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse
• Minimum 2-3 years nursing experience
• POC testing experience (HIV rapids / pregnancy)
• Valid driver's license
• Computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Express
• Excellent ability to build interpersonal relationships
• Strong planning and organising ability
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Ability to work harmoniously with people of diverse backgrounds and sexuality. Client-focused
• Administration skills
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Attention to detail
• Maintaining strict client confidentiality
• Willingness to work on COVID-related studies

Advantageous:

• 1-2 year's research experience
• Advance life support certificate
• Speak IsiXhosa
• GCP (Good Clinical Practice) certification
• Basic life support certificate

Responsibilities:

• Perform all clinical observations and procedures as required by research protocols and on request from medical officer/study coordinator (eg draw blood, swabs, vital signs, infusions, injections, IUCD or implanon insertions if certified , operating and manage infusion pumps  etc)
• Refer all related queries to medical staff and study coordinator
• Assist Medical Officer or other clinical staff with all study procedures as requested
• Ensure all clinical areas and equipment are maintained in good order, check/ensure beds have clean linen etc
• Check medical waste boxes and bins and arrange collection thereof
• Provide participants with advice and guidance on basic medical conditions
• Assist with triage of participants with possible Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Events
• Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently
• Manage the scheduled screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
• Perform participant interviews and counselling as per protocol requirements
• Contact referral agencies where applicable to assist in recruiting the correct patients
• Complete all protocol and sponsor required training
• Manage samples (or liaise with the Laboratory Technician) and arrange collection by the appropriate laboratory as per protocol requirements
• Maintain and record cold chain temperatures
• Assist laboratory staff with testing procedures ( HIV, Pregnancy, urine)  and quality control when required
• Ensure that all samples are collected by the respective laboratories before close of business and leaving the site
• Assist Study Coordinators in clinic functions and administrative tasks. Administrative tasks includes QC of files, filing of results ,calling of patients etc
• Transcribe research data into case report forms as needed
• Inform Study Coordinators of daily clinic progress
• Participate in conference calls, meetings and training when required
• Assist in inventory, ordering and equipment management

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 closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

  Submit CV, motivation letter with certified copy of highest qualification and details of three (3) current contactable referee to: Attention HR Manager