Senior Nurse

Duties/Pligte
- Helping to manage the implementation of the trial(s);
- Performing clinical assessments (e.g. weighing, measuring, and checking vital signs);
- Assisting with the clinical evaluation of participants (can be adults or children);
- Taking blood samples (including from babies, children and adolescents);
- Inserting intravenous cannulas (as required);
- Performing TB diagnostic procedures, e.g. by obtaining sputum samples and gastric aspirates;
- Preparing all samples, including gastric aspirates for transport to the laboratory;
- Ensuring accurate completion of data collection forms, including questionnaires;
- Managing patient records: maintaining and filing records according to visits (including blood results);
- Recording essential data on the relevant forms meticulously and on time;
- Maintaining patient confidentiality;
- Maintaining clear communication channels with the study team and routine clinic staff;
- Assisting and supporting the study team with recruitment;
- Assisting and managing a team of study staff, as well as the daily logistics of a busy clinical trial site to ensure optimal staff utilisation.
- A nursing qualification and registration with the South African Nursing Council;
- At least two years' clinical paediatric or equivalent research experience, including performing phlebotomies;
- Experience in leading and managing a research team;
- The ability to solve problems independently and effectively;
- Fluency in writing, reading and speaking English;
- A valid driver's licence;
- The ability to work with babies, young children and adolescents;
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to function in a multidisciplinary team;
- A punctual, well organised and responsible work ethic;
- Basic computer literacy;
- The willingness to work in townships should the project require it;
- The willingness and availability to work flexible work hours should the project require it;
- The ability to prioritise own workload and exercise independent decision-making.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling
- GCP training and certification;
- Proficiency in isiXhosa or Afrikaans (or both).