Professional Nurse (post level 9) (2 positions)(permanent or 2-year contract) (Job ID: 6268) – (1954)

Job Description

The University of the Free State is seeking a Professional Nurse to join its Health Centre on the Qwaqwa Campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing professional clinical duties, providing HIV counselling and treatment, and conducting health promotion and prevention programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Perform professional clinical duties at the Primary Health Clinic
• Provide HIV counselling and treatment
• Capture clinical notes on electronic medical system
• Conduct quality control of clinic
• Order and control stock of medication and equipment
• Handle emergencies on campus
• Assist with first aid services at sport events
• Arrange and assist with awareness campaigns regarding health and HIV
• Coordinate and support students involved in the Peer Education program

Inherent Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• A nursing diploma/degree (general, psychiatric, midwifery and community nursing)
• A post basic diploma/degree in Primary Healthcare
• A valid dispensing certificate
• Completion of the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course
• Knowledge of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
• Proof of registration at the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a primary health care clinic environment
• A valid driver’s licence

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Incomplete applications will not be considered.