Job Opportunity: Research Nurse (Mycology – 12 Months Contract)
Company: AJ Personnel
Job Title: Research Nurse (Mycology – 12 Months Contract)
Job Summary
Additional Information:
The Mycology Division at Helen Joseph Hospital & Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital is dedicated to improving outcomes for people affected by serious, life-threatening fungal diseases in South Africa and the African region. This mission is achieved through a combination of public health-focused epidemiological, clinical, basic science research, and innovation. Furthermore, the Division’s work extends to other vital infectious diseases, making a significant impact on public health in general.
Main Purpose of the Job:
The Research Nurse will play a crucial role in facilitating and aiding the recruitment and follow-up of study participants. This role demands flexibility and dedication to ensure the successful execution of the assigned studies. The Research Nurse will also serve as a patient advocate, providing essential support and assistance as needed. Additionally, they will help coordinate and manage a portfolio of clinical research studies to ensure seamless integration and operation.
Location:
- Helen Joseph Hospital & Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital – Johannesburg/Soweto
Key Performance Areas:
Recruitment, Screening, and Follow-Up:
- Conduct pre-study entry nursing evaluations for potential participants.
- Ensure patients needing referrals to other healthcare services are duly referred.
- Obtain informed consent from participants or their next of kin before starting any study-related activities.
- Assist with the follow-up of participants, including conducting follow-up visits at their homes when necessary.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all participant study information.
Clinical Assessment:
- Execute planned care and assessments as required by the study protocol without direct supervision.
- Assist with all clinical aspects of the study, including venepuncture, swab collection, blood or urine sample processing, and clinical observation.
- Accurately record all data obtained throughout the study and maintain all data and case report forms, both paper and electronic.
Administration:
- Help manage daily research studies, ensuring compliance with international standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), alongside the Site Medical Officer, Site PI, research assistant, and laboratory staff.
- Assist in preparing study materials.
- Participate in training and inducting new team members and support training and development opportunities in line with role requirements.
- Ensure that records are maintained regarding study recruitment, screening, losses to the study, and enrolment.
Required Minimum Education and Training:
- Professional/Enrolled Nurse qualification.
- Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
Required Minimum Work Experience:
- Minimum 1-year nursing experience in research.
Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience, and Personal Abilities:
- Certification in good clinical practice and HIV Management.
- Experience working in a research environment.
- Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols.
- Tactful, respectful, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Good administrative skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Pro-active and adaptable.
- Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently, and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work overtime as required.
- Comfortable working with patients with HIV-seropositive and severe life-threatening conditions.
- Willingness to travel between sites and to participant’s homes.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Own vehicle.
Note:
- AJ PERSONNEL is responsible solely for the advertisement on behalf of their client, Wits Health Consortium.
- Wits Health Consortium will respond only to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
- AJ Personnel does not hold salary or other detailed information regarding the position.
Company: AJ Personnel
Recruiter:
Expected Salary: R16000 – 18000 per month
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Date: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 23:35:09 GMT
Join us in making a difference in the healthcare landscape of South Africa and beyond. Be part of a dynamic team committed to groundbreaking research and improved patient outcomes in mycology and other significant infectious diseases.
Tips on What To Include In CV
When crafting your curriculum vitae (CV) for this Research Nurse position, ensure you include the following key sections:
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Contact Information: Your full name, phone number, email address, and physical address.
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Professional Summary: A brief introduction summarizing your nursing career, highlighting your research experience, and emphasizing your suitability for the role, particularly your experience in infection diseases and clinical trials.
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Education: List your nursing qualifications, including the institution, degree obtained, and the graduation date. Ensure to mention your Professional/Enrolled Nurse qualification.
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Certifications: Highlight relevant certifications such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and HIV Management. Ensure that you note your registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
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Work Experience: Detail your nursing experience, specifying roles that involved research and clinical trials. Include your responsibilities and achievements in similar positions, ensuring you cover tasks such as participant recruitment, patient advocacy, and clinical assessments. Emphasize your administrative skills and any experience with electronic data management.
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Skills: List relevant skills such as adherence to clinical protocols, patient confidentiality, venepuncture, swab collection, and data recording. Include soft skills such as being tactful, respectful, organized, adaptable, and able to work independently or within a team.
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Personal Attributes: Highlight attributes such as being pro-active, able to work under pressure, self-motivation, and dedication to patient care.
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Additional Requirements: Confirm that you possess a valid driver’s license and own a vehicle, as travel between sites and to participants’ homes is required.
- References: Provide professional references who can attest to your nursing and research capabilities.
Ensure your CV is clear, concise, and tailored to the job description provided.