Professional Nurse Mentor - Makhado at Think South Africa

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Lead and supervise Program Professional Nurses and Enrolled Nurses.
• Strategise for TB Mentoring requirements.
• Facilitate training sessions related to TB & HIV.
• Conduct facility evaluations and create Quality Improvement Plans.
• Support technicalities of the Program, such as TB Mortality Audits and Clinical Audits.
• Collaborate extensively with Program and DOH staff for TB diagnostics and TPT Program.
• Champion the amalgamation of TB and HIV services.
• Offer mentoring and technical guidance for TB Program at health facility levels.
• Oversee weekly facility meetings.
• Provide on-site support during patient visits.
• Supervise FAST & LF- LAM test implementations.
• Conduct training needs assessments.
• Collaborate with health facility management teams.
• Foster linkages between health facilities and community institutions.
• Engage with NGOs/CBOs to amplify TB and HIV treatment outcomes.
• Participate in staff recruitment and training.
• Represent the project in conferences.
• Mentor and support program staff.
• Pursue capacity building through relevant training.
• Regularly review and cross-check data sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information before integrating into official reports.
• Collaborate with team members and relevant departments to rectify any discrepancies or inconsistencies identified during the verification process.
• Ensure that all reports adhere to the organization's quality standards and meet the set guidelines and criteria.
• Adhere to established timelines for report generation, review, and finalisation.
• Coordinate with team members to mitigate any potential delays, ensuring that any challenges in report preparation are addressed swiftly.
• Periodically review and suggest improvements to the report generation and verification process, aiming for increased efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing – registered with SANC.
• Basic TB Management certificate.
• NIMDR-TB & HIV Training Certificates will be an advantage.
• Minimum of three years managing TB patients in DOH facilities.
• Involvement in TB clinical, community care planning, and execution is desirable.
• Experience in fostering collaboration, enhancing team synergy, and cultivating a conducive work environment for diverse teams.
• Proven skills in health worker training, mentoring, and team building.
• Prior experience or involvement with NGOs, preferably in a health-focused capacity.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and challenges within healthcare settings.
• Displaying resilience and maintaining a positive approach in a continually evolving work environment.
• A valid driver's license.

Exciting benefits await you:

• Being a part of and living our values which include care for people and outcomes, making a difference and kicking the paradigm – creating an environment where every team member thrives, every idea is celebrated, and every achievement is a testament to our collective commitment.
• Enjoy a 37-hour work week, allowing you more time for personal pursuits, hobbies, and spending quality moments with loved ones.
• Embrace financial security with a competitive salary package that recognises and values your skills and contributions with room for growth within our ever-expanding organisation.
• Experience peace of mind knowing you're covered with life, disability, and funeral insurance, ensuring you and your family's future is safeguarded.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which gives you access to an array of support services such as legal, debt and counselling services, ensuring that expert guidance is just a call away.
• We will contribute towards your medical aid as your health is a priority.