Senior Nurse / Site Manager at Stellenbosch University

Duties/Pligte

• Helping to manage the implementation of the trial(s);
• Performing clinical assessments (e.g. weighing, measuring, and checking vital signs);
• Assisting with the clinical evaluation of participants (can be adults or children);
• Taking blood samples (including from babies, children and adolescents);
• Inserting intravenous cannulas (as required);
• Performing TB diagnostic procedures, e.g. by obtaining sputum samples and gastric aspirates;
• Preparing all samples, including gastric aspirates for transport to the laboratory;
• Ensuring accurate completion of data collection forms, including questionnaires;
• Managing patient records: maintaining and filing records according to visits (including blood results);
• Recording essential data on the relevant forms meticulously and on time;
• Maintaining patient confidentiality;
• Maintaining clear communication channels with the study team and routine clinic staff;
• Assisting and supporting the study team with recruitment;
• Assisting and managing a team of study staff, as well as the daily logistics of a busy clinical trial site to ensure optimal staff utilisation.
• A nursing qualification and registration with the South African Nursing Council;
• At least two years’ clinical paediatric or equivalent research experience, including performing phlebotomies;
• Experience in leading and managing a research team;
• The ability to solve problems independently and effectively;
• Fluency in writing, reading and speaking English;
• A valid driver’s licence;
• The ability to work with babies, young children and adolescents;
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to function in a multidisciplinary team;
• A punctual, well organised and responsible work ethic;
• Basic computer literacy;
• The willingness to work in townships should the project require it;
• The willingness and availability to work flexible work hours should the project require it;
• The ability to prioritise own workload and exercise independent decision-making.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• GCP training and certification;
• Proficiency in isiXhosa or Afrikaans (or both).

Closing Date:16-Feb-2022

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