Main purpose of the job:To initiate PrEP, manage SRHR client needs, screen for TB and NCDs, provide HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT) and manage minor ailments in support of achievement of School Based HIV and Violence prevention program targets; to lead the community-level team in the implementation of the program, and in quality improvement activities to ensure quality of care for youth and AGYW in particularLocation:Nkangala – MpumalangaKey performance areas:Screen patients for HIV when required on outreachDrive the Mobile Vehicle to sites within district roster (if Code 10) or fleet vehicles (if Code 8)Refer clients who test HIV positive to supporting partners or DOH for ART initiation after initial reviewAssess clients who come for services and facilitate up and down referrals if unable to provide on mobileScreen, diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatments for STI's and minor ailments as per PHC guidelinesCounsel and provide contraception for female clientsCounsel, screen, complete phlebotomy and Initiate PrEP according to DoH guidelines and based on individual PN targets as per district targetReview PrEP clients as per district targets and manage as per guidelines including side effectsEnsure all relevant blood results are followed up within 3 working days and actioned within 24 hours if abnormal and require repeating or referralSupport counsellors and linkage officers in adherence issues and loss to follow up patientsEnsure universal health precautions are followed including maintaining cleanliness of mobile van in keeping with COVID(1)19 protocolsWork with the district manager, clinical mentor and other nurses to plan a tailored approach to meeting targets within the districtWork with the DM, CM and other PN on QIP when targets are not being metMonitor and review the implementation and progress of the program work plans in conjunction with relevant stakeholders in absence of district manager and clinical mentorTrack changes made that lead to improved outcome measures for targetsIntegrate feedback from quarterly reports into program implementation plan and subsequent progress reportsEnsure comprehensive completion of clinical data on clinical form to ensure less than 5% of files have missing clinical informationUtilising tick sheets and other capturing tools, compile accurate daily, weekly and monthly reports to the Clinical mentor on work conductedKeep accurate records of commodities and stock usage dailyIn the absence of the clinical mentor or when delegated to, complete the following duties:Monitor and document temperature in medicine roomMaintain stock card in medicine room/cupboardProvide monthly stock reports by the 5th of the monthOrder commodities from facilities or head office when requiredTake ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-managementFollow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintainedMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as conferences, workshops, etc.Required minimum education and training:Relevant Nursing Diploma or equivalentCode 10 License and PDPRequired minimum work experience:Minimum 3 years' experience in Public Health and NIMART Certificate or at least 2 years managing ART clients and in the process of getting NIMART CertificateDispensing licenseDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:Essential: Certification/experience in sexual and reproductive health (particularly contraception and STI management), and HIV prevention and managementSound technical knowledge of PEP, PrEP, ARV, TB-HIV integration, treatment and care infectious diseasesDesirable: Knowledge of national, provincial and district health structuresExperience working in a donor funded organisation/NGO or project-based environment and desirable to have experience working with schools and institutions of higher learningKnowledge of clinical systems and data managementExceptional organisational and administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeOrdered and systematic in approach to tasks.Attention to detailPro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-makingAble to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary teamAble to speak other African languagesTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.The closing date for all applications: 28 June 2024.Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
