Research Nurse in Geriatrics

**The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment**

**Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from**

**designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.**

**COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES**

**RESEARCH NURSE**

**(12 months fixed term contract)**

**SCHOOL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE**

**VULINDLELA, PIETERMARITZBURG**

**REF NO.: T/CM08/2023**

The Department of Geriatrics is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to fill the position

of Research Nurse for the Fractures in Sub-Saharan Africa: Epidemiology, economic impact, and

ethnography study (FRACTURES E3). The study, a collaboration between the Wellcome Trust

Grant and the University of KwaZulu-Natal will enroll 1008 participants in Vulindlela using

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping. The incumbent will be based at CAPRISA

Vulindlela Clinical Research Site. **Preference will be given to residents of Vulindlela**

study participants, collecting informed consent forms, completing a standardized questionnaire,

performing a structured examination, and obtaining biological samples from study participants

using standard procedures. They will be responsible for collecting adequate samples so that

they can be analysed in the laboratory, whilst ensuring no harm comes to the patient.
- Implement sound housekeeping procedure and work effectively with others as a member

of a team to ensure a safe working environment
- Ensure safe keeping of all electronic devices at all times
- Observe and follow all safety protocols including Covid-19-related protocols

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Registration as a nurse with the SANC
- 2 years’ experience in a phlebotomy role with a certificate to practice phlebotomy.
- Prior experience working with patients in a healthcare setting
- Prior experience in taking informed consent and enrolling participants into research studies
- Experience in HIV counselling
- 2 years’ experience in clinical research studies
- Prior training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Experience with data entry on a tablet device
- Own transport and a valid Driver’s License

**Essential Requirements**:

- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent in English and Zulu
- Able to operate online software on a tablet device
- Good listening and observational skills
- Good time management skills

This post reports to Principal Investigator and the Study Coordinator. Enquiries regarding this post

may be directed to Miss N Ndlovu on 031 260 4682. The job profile is available from Miss N Ndlovu,

**is 17 March 2023. The University reserves the right not to make any appointment.