Professional Nurse Counsellor

Neptune; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable non-profit healthcare organization in Sandton is seeking a Professional Nurse responsible for comprehensive care management. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and monitoring communicable and infectious diseases, focusing on People Who Inject Drugs. Candidates should have a nursing degree and relevant experience in preventative care. This position offers opportunities for career development in a dynamic health care environment, particularly in HIV and TB prevention.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing communicable diseases is required.
• Understanding of Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) is essential.
• Ability to provide health education and advice.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, monitor, and evaluate communicable diseases.
• Provide preventative and rehabilitative treatment to clients.
• Document adverse drug reactions meticulously.

Skills

Communicable disease management

Preventative care

Health education

Patient monitoring

Education

Nursing Degree/Qualification

Job description

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non‑profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution‑driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care

Purpose of the position:

The Professional Nurse (PN) is responsible for comprehensive, integrated cascade of care, inclusive of diagnosing, treating, monitoring and evaluating communicable and infectious diseases. The PN will consult and provide preventative, curative and rehabilitative treatment/health care to People Who Inject Drugs (PWID) on various clinical aspects (Adult Curative care inclusive of communicable, non‑communicable diseases). This will enable early detection and management of illnesses and/or prevention thereof. In addition, the nurse should be able manage clients on Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT). The PN will further provide advice and information on health issues and associated treatment regimens to ensure effective PHC for PWID. The nurse needs to meticulously monitor and document adverse drug reactions relating to any treatment provided.