Aurum Group Recent Job Recruitment – Apply Now!

The Aurum Institute is offering a great opportunity to suitably qualified and experienced staff to contribute towards our mission to improve the health of people and communities through innovation in Health Research and Systems. We are focused on research, support and implementing integrated approaches to managing TB and HIV. The following position has become available as part of the various projects currently being run by us and you are welcome to apply should you meet the requirements of the position.

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Research Nurse x3
Location: Parktown, Gauteng, South Africa
Reference #: 2021/12/10/07 Edenvale/Port Elizabeth/Pretoria West
Contract Type: Temporary
9 Months
Salary: Market Related

Job Summary:
The Research Nurse will be responsible for recruiting and enrolling participants for the research study according to the protocol, drawing blood specimen, performing health assessments, monitor vital signs, providing on-going risk-reduction counselling to participants, arranging follow up assessments for participants when necessary and referring participants to OHS for further assessment and management when required. The Research Nurse will manage and administer data collection tools, compile and submit study case reports (CRFs) and source documents timeously, manage the data and filing system as per SOPs, manage the retention of participants, contact participants prior to visits and Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures according to prescribed legislation.

Technical Work Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive, safe and effective evidence based clinical procedures to achieve identified health outcomes
Manage daily activities required for the implementation of the research study
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with the South African Nursing Council and the Health
Professions Council of South Africa
Enforce the rights of all participants and maintain cultural sensitivity
Plan and evaluate clinical procedures in consultation with the multidisciplinary team
Provide progress reports and recommendations on increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of processes
Requirements

YOU MUST HAVE:
Qualification:
Diploma or Bachelor of Nursing Degree

Advantageous:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS and TB related accountabilities
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Fluency in Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Sepedi or Tswana
Valid Driver’s License and own vehicle

Work Experience:
Minimum 2 years’ related experience and/or training
Minimum 3 years’ experience in clinical or public health research
Extensive counselling experience
Other Requirements
Registration with the South African Nursing Council
Good Clinical Practice Certificate
HIV/AIDS Counselling and Management Certificate

To Apply:

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Application Deadline: 11/01/2022

The Successful Candidates will be based at Edenvale Hospital, Dora Nginza Hospital and Pretoria West Hospital

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All appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking, and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to the achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
Aurum welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities
Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development