The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation, housed within the Desmond Tutu HIV Centre (DTHC) at the University of Cape Town, is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
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The main purpose of this role is to provide high nursing quality and deliver excellent youth friendly services at our adolescent clinic, based within a Health Park providing a space for sport and physical activity, education regarding healthy eating, and mental health support. The clinic serves adolescents 12-29 years, predominantly providing SRH and HIV prevention and treatment services, as well as general primary health care for those 12 years and older.
Requirements
A degree or diploma qualification in Nursing (General, Community, Psychiatry)
Active registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council
Clinical Assessment, Treatment and Care Qualification (PHC Nurse Clinician)
At least 5 years of nursing experience
At least 1-2 years staff management
At least 2-5 years Nursing experience in a primary healthcare clinic
Sexual and reproductive health trained, inclusive of Implant insertion and removal certificate
Familiar with latest, STI, SRH, PrEP, HIV Management and TB and guidelines
Experience working with adolescents
Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, excel, word processing and internet
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good report writing skills
Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
Ability to work harmoniously with youth of diverse backgrounds
Client focused
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to foster a collaborative relationship with local clinics and hospitals
Must be detail orientated
Strong organizational skills, including time management and multi-tasking skills
Administration skills
Maintaining strict client confidentiality
Willingness and ability to work youth friendly hours
Advantageous:
NIMART trained and certified as competent to work independently
Fluency in Xhosa, English, Zulu
Valid Driver’s license and ability to drive
Own transport
Dispensing license
Responsibilities:
Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for the youth and adolescent clients
Ensure good clinic flow in the youth clinic (YC)
Maintain participant confidentiality
Provide education on sexual reproductive health including HIV/TB and STI education, screening and treatment and follow up care to clients
Rapid testing for HIV, STIs and pregnancy
Perform pregnancy tests as required.
Provide Family Planning counselling & services including insertion and removal of Implanon
Provide PrEP and ARVs as required and related education and support on side-effects, adherence etc.
Provide Primary Health Care services (including mental health) according to PACK & EDL guidelines
Assess, advice and treat the client needing a prescription
Ensure familiarity with local counselling testing and referral guidelines
Refer to relevant secondary or tertiary hospital as needed
Capture data daily on Redcap database
Ensure that consultation rooms have sufficient supplies to run the clinic on each day
Order stock monthly from Province
Provide stats monthly to DOH (Department of Health)
Manage medical waste monthly
Monthly checking of emergency trolley and eyewash stations
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