Job Advert Summary

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.
Purpose of the position:
The Research Study Enrolled Nurse will support study implementation, including biological sampling and on-site testing, support for referrals, under supervision of a Professional Nurse.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have 4yrs relevant expereince
• Enrolled Nurse qualification (with Phlebotomy)
• Registered with SANC
• Certification in and demonstrated understanding of Good Clinical Practice and related codes and laws applicable to the conduct of human subjects’ research in South Africa a bonus
• Familiarity with community-based research principles
• Knowledge and experience in research with key populations, ideally with female sex workers
• Knowledge of harm reduction services ideal
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STI screening, diagnosis and management, including pre-exposure prophylaxis
• Experience in conducting, interpreting and counselling people using HIV and other rapid diagnostic tests
• Experience in obtaining patient blood and sputum samples
• Experience in preparing and submitting biological samples to the lab for testing
• Strong focus on quality management and quality improvement processes
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High level written and verbal communication
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills,
• Fluency in English and local language(s) where the study site is located
• Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Professional Nurse Counsellor collection of blood samples through phlebotomy
• Collection of sputum samples
• Performing rapid point of care tests (HIV, viral hepatitis B & C, recency, p24 and syphilis)
• Preparation of Dry Blood Spot and Plasma Separation Card samples
• Referral for services; initiation or onsite referral for Pr EP and ART initiation, STI treatment; HBV vaccination
• Prepare samples for transport
• Follow-up on blood and sputum results as needed
• Filing of participant’s study forms and laboratory results
• Participant follow up for actionable results
• Issuing of educational material and prevention packs
• Support stock control procedures
• Implements and maintains data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol
• Ensures study data are stored in a secure location with limited access and in compliance with applicable guidelines and standards;
• Implements and continually monitors quality control processes throughout the conduct of the research study and implements corrective action where needed
• Engaged in daily and weekly review of data and study and site related meetings
• Establishes and maintains relationships with participants;
• Establishes and maintains relationships with laboratory and related service providers;
• Completed and supports maintenance of records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators or administrators;
• Communicates protocol violations or adverse events to line manager;