Professional Nurse at Think South Africa

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Collaborate with our team of Professional Nurse Mentors to bridge gaps in TB services at facilities.
• Supervise and guide the efforts of Community Enrolled Nurses and Community Healthcare Workers, emphasising TB Contact management, patient linkage, home visits, and community TPT care.
• Facilitate training sessions focused on TB and HIV, with goals of enhancing clinical and managerial outcomes, and improving TB treatment results.
• Assess TB treatment facilities to pinpoint areas of improvement, devising actionable Quality Improvement Plans.
• Champion TB services, notably in Pediatric TB, TPT/contact management, and IPC/FAST domains.
• Handle technical facets like TB Mortality Audits, Cohort Reviews, and Clinical Audits.
• Collaborate with our Program and DOH colleagues, promoting activities such as TB screening and TUTT/LF-LAM protocols.
• Advocate for the seamless integration of TB and HIV services.
• Participate in dynamic project management activities, keeping in sync with evolving project needs.
• Align with THINK's strategic objectives and adhere to funder specifications.
• Submit regular data reports.
• Offer expertise and guidance in rolling out the TB Program at healthcare facilities and community outreaches.
• Oversee weekly facility meetings and offer on-site support during patient consultations.
• Manage the FAST initiative and LF-LAM testing processes.
• Identify and address TB and HIV training needs, advocating for a patient-focused care environment.
• Build and maintain relationships between health facilities, referral institutions, and community entities.
• Partner with NGOs/CBOs, ensuring continuity in TB, HIV, and NCD treatment trajectories.
• Deliver services to neighbouring communities, continually liaising with district officers and TB Technical Managers.
• Engage in staff recruitment and training endeavors.
• Foster training and development of service providers, representing the project at pertinent conferences/meetings.
• Commit to professional growth by attending relevant training programs.

Requirements:

• A Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Completion of Basic TB Management training.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in managing TB patients within Department of Health (DOH) facilities.
• Proven track record in program planning, evaluation, and hands-on implementation of both clinical and community-based TB care.
• Demonstrated experience in providing health worker training, encompassing areas like coaching, mentoring, and team building.
• Experience in collaborating within the NGO sector, showcasing adaptability and understanding of its unique dynamics and challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Valid drivers license.