Research Nurse (Wits RHI)

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 counseling

Location:

• Wits RHI – C/O Esselen and Klein Street Hillbrow - Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Inform participants about the study
• Obtain informed consent according to SOPs and screen potential participants
• Draw blood from participants, process samples as required, and send samples or specimens to the laboratory
• Obtain vital signs and conduct special investigations e.g., ECG, Rapids, etc.
• Administer study questionnaires/interviews
• Inform participants of test results, as required
• Provide appropriate health education and counseling where necessary
• Refer participants to alternative care if necessary
• Take responsibility for the Emergency Contact Research cell phone, during the delegated time period
• Taking of the minutes for weekly research team meetings
• Ensure labs are printed, converted, graded, and reviewed by an investigator prior to CRF completion, according to SOPs
• Collect participant data from medical notes and complete CRFs
• Maintain full clinical records for all participants
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory samples
• Perform sample-related activities such as but not limited to labeling, storage, collection, and completion of DCFs
• Compile relevant reports and feedback on all activities
• Quality control CRFs and other study documents
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates 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)
• A valid driver’s license

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in HIV

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• A diploma in Primary Health Care or similar will be an advantage
• Certification in good clinical practice
• Experience in a research environment
• Experience in pediatrics
• Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols
• Be tactful, respectful, and maintain confidentiality
• Good administrative skills together with working knowledg...
  
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