Contract Nurse Educator – Iron (IV) (Eastern Side Of South Africa) (JHB North) at Aspen Pharma Group

OBJECTIVE OF ROLE

• This role is focused on enhancing the knowledge and skills of nursing staff and HCPs through peer-to-peer discussions, educational programs, and ongoing support regarding intravenous iron therapy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and a passion for educating and mentoring peers.
• In addition to the mentioned objective, the position will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong business relationships with decision makers, such as Infusion Centre Nursing Sisters, Case Managers and other key stakeholders to drive Aspen’s Iron utilization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Peer Education and Support:
• Facilitate peer-to-peer discussions on IV iron therapy best practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff on IV iron administration techniques and patient management.
• Curriculum Development:
• Develop and implement educational programs and materials related to IV iron therapy.
• Collaborate with nursing staff within the various wards of hospitals to provide training related to IV Iron.
• Training and Workshops:
• Conduct training sessions, workshops and other tearoom meetings for nursing staff on IV iron protocols, safety measures, and patient monitoring.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and adjust as needed.
• Resource Development:
• Create and distribute educational resources, such as manuals, guidelines, and online modules, to enhance nursing knowledge of IV iron therapy.
• Maintain an up-to-date repository of educational materials and best practices.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to promote an understanding of IV iron therapy across departments.
• Stay Informed:
• Keep abreast of the latest research and developments in IV iron therapy and nursing education.
• Attending relevant conferences and workshops to enhance personal knowledge and skills.
• Conduct activities in line with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Complete the required number of trainings and activities as required per business and territory requirements 

Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• Medical Science degree or diploma and must be registered with the with South African Nursing Council 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 12 - 24 months experience in the pharma industry 

SOFT SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Be passionate about educating and mentoring peers
• Have clear communication skills; both verbally and written
• Be a forward thinker with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must have a strong work ethic and compliance mindset
• Have good product knowledge and the ability to develop training material with the correct scientific messaging
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with customers and colleagues, through excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong priority setting capabilities, with the ability to use initiative, implement and execute
• Able to manage one’s time effectively and meet all deadlines
• Must have the ability to independently make decisions and effectively problem solve 

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED

• The applicant must be proficient in the Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Teams). Experience with Power BI, Repwise and SSD would be an added advantage. 
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s licence and be available to travel as per the requirements of the role. The territory for this role is Pretoria, East Rand, Joburg South, KZN and the Eastern Cape.