Professional Nurse post level 9)3 positions)

Professional Nurse (post level 9)(3 positions) (Job ID: 6626) - (2341)

Professional Nurse (post level 9)(3 positions) (Job ID: 6626)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture -> Health and Wellness Centre

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Junior Management

Location

Closing Date

9/11/2026

Description

Duties and responsibilities

General Administration

• Responsible for ensuring that all patient information is captured in the electronic medical system accurately and kept confidential.
• Ensure office compliance with health and safety regulations according to the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements. This process can be done by conducting routine inspections.
• Maintain wellness-related schedules, records, or reports (Record-keeping).
• Respond timeously to requests for information about wellness programmes or services.
• Prepare and distribute health education materials, such as reports, bulletins, and visual aids, to address smoking, HIV/AIDS and other public health concerns.
• Liaise with internal and external role-players.

Clinical Work

• Perform professional clinical duties in the Primary Health Care Clinic as required by the line manager.
• Diagnose, prescribe and/ or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialised medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyse records, reports, and examination information results, and capture it on the clinical programme.
• Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results, and capture it on the clinical programme.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and progress and re-evaluate treatments as necessary.
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
• Advise patients on general health and wellness matters and disease prevention.
• Handle emergencies on campus and refer patients to the clinic doctor, medical specialists, or other practitioners when necessary.
• Follow the Primary health care protocol and guidelines as prescribed by the Department of Health and approved by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Follow a holistic approach during consultations and use GOSH when consulting a patient.
• Assist with first aid/emergency services at sports events on Campus when necessary.

Training and Development

• Provide individual support or counselling in general wellness.
• Advise individuals and/ or groups on matters related to risk or prevention of conditions such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), prenatal substance abuse, domestic violence, etc.
• Assist with awareness campaigns regarding health on Campus.
• Assist with workshops and training programs for Peer Educators on topics of health promotion and prevention.
• Submit required CPD training points as required by SANC.
• Self-development where skills are lacking.

Inherent requirements

• Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 or a four-year national diploma on NQF Level 6 (general, psychiatric, and midwifery)(attach a copy).
• Post basic diploma/ degree in Primary Healthcare (attach a copy).
• Valid dispensing certificate (attach a copy) or must obtain a dispensing certificate within 6 months after appointment.
• Certificate in HIV testing and counselling (attach a copy).
• Completed the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course (attach a copy).
• Proof of registration at the South African Nursing Council (SANC)(attach a copy).
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in a primary health care clinic environment.
• A valid driver’s licence (attach a copy).

Recommendations

• Own transport.
• Dispensing licence (attach a copy).
• Knowledge of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is highly recommended.
• Previous working experience with young adults/students

Required competencies

Results Orientated

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Strategic Thinking

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.

Business Acumen

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

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