NIMART NURSE – HIV & KEY POPULATIONS

Fullstop Recruitment Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Fullstop Recruitment Services invites applications for NIMART Nurses to support HIV prevention, treatment and care programmes in the public health and NGO sector in South Africa. The role focuses on ART initiation, viral load monitoring and patient-centered care for key populations, including MSM, transgender people and PWID.

The ideal candidate is a Registered Professional Nurse with NIMART training, SANC registration and proven HIV care experience, able to work independently within a

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Nurse with a recognised nursing qualification.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• NIMART training and relevant clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide HIV clinical services including testing, counselling, ART initiation and ongoing treatment management.
• Monitor patients on ART and track viral load results with appropriate interventions.
• Offer adherence counselling, treatment literacy and ongoing patient support.
• Integrate HIV and TB services and provide PrEP/PEP where required.
• Deliver inclusive healthcare to key populations (MSM, transgender people, PWID) and promote dignity and access.

Skills

NIMART training

HIV/AIDS management

ART initiation

Viral load monitoring

Key populations care

Clinical assessment

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) with SANC registration

Job description

Our client, an established organisation within the public health and non-profit healthcare sector is seeking experienced and passionate NIMART Nurses to support its HIV prevention, treatment and care programmes.

This opportunity is suited to clinically competent Registered Professional Nurses with proven experience in HIV/AIDS management, ART initiation and ongoing treatment monitoring, particularly those who have worked with key populations.

The successful candidates will play an important role in delivering accessible, inclusive and patient-centred healthcare services, with a specific focus on key populations, including men who have sex with men (MSM), transgender people and people who inject drugs (PWID).

We are looking for nurses who combine strong clinical knowledge with compassion, professionalism and an understanding of the unique healthcare challenges experienced by underserved and marginalised communities.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services & NIMART Management

• Provide comprehensive HIV clinical services, including HIV testing, counselling, ART initiation and ongoing treatment management within the authorised scope of practice.
• Conduct clinical assessments and monitor patients receiving antiretroviral treatment.
• Monitor viral load results, identify potential treatment challenges and facilitate appropriate clinical interventions and referrals.
• Provide adherence counselling, treatment literacy and ongoing patient support.
• Support the integration of HIV and TB services, including screening, prevention and referral.
• Provide PrEP and PEP-related services where required and within the applicable clinical protocols.
• Identify and manage clinical complications within the nurse's scope of practice, escalating cases appropriately.

Key Population Healthcare

• Deliver confidential, non-judgmental and inclusive healthcare services to key populations, including MSM, transgender people and PWID.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the specific healthcare needs and barriers experienced by these communities.
• Support HIV prevention, screening, treatment adherence and linkage-to-care initiatives.
• Promote patient dignity, confidentiality and equitable access to healthcare.
• Work collaboratively with community-based organisations, outreach teams and other healthcare professionals.

Programme Implementation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and complete patient records and clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, programme guidelines and applicable healthcare standards.
• Capture and maintain relevant clinical and programme data using designated information systems.
• Support data quality activities, patient tracking and treatment outcome monitoring.
• Participate in programme reviews, clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives and reporting processes.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support community outreach and differentiated service delivery initiatives where required.
• Build constructive relationships with patients, community stakeholders and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving patient retention, treatment adherence and health outcomes.
• Participate in health promotion and HIV prevention activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Professional Nurse with a recognised nursing qualification.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• NIMART training and relevant clinical experience.
• Demonstrable experience in HIV/AIDS clinical management and ART services.
• Experience working directly with key populations, particularly MSM, transgender people and/or PWID.
• Sound understanding of HIV prevention, treatment adherence, viral load monitoring and HIV/TB integration.
• Good clinical assessment, documentation and patient management skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and patient-centred care skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Advantageous Experience

• Previous experience working within a healthcare NGO, donor-funded public health programme or community-based healthcare initiative.
• Exposure to PrEP, PEP, differentiated service delivery and community-based HIV interventions.
• Experience conducting community outreach and supporting underserved populations.
• Understanding of stigma-sensitive and inclusive healthcare delivery.
• Knowledge of public health reporting requirements and clinical quality improvement processes.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to equitable and accessible healthcare.
• Compassion, empathy and respect for diverse communities.
• Professional integrity and strict adherence to patient confidentiality.
• Strong clinical judgement and problem-solving abilities.
• Resilience and adaptability in demanding healthcare environments.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• A proactive approach to patient care and programme delivery.

This is an opportunity to contribute to improving health outcomes among key populations and communities that often face barriers to accessing quality healthcare.