Anova Health Institute

  • Western Cape
  • Anova Health Institute
Job Description:

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    The Anova Health Institute is an NGO that empowers people and changes lives. Good health and quality of life are what motivates us to provide healthcare solutions and support for those who need it most. With a specific focus on HIV, our work is built on a foundation of research to ensure that funds are focused where we can make the most difference. Anova has developed various projects in different parts of South Africa in an effort to bring its expertise to the community. A leading partner to the Department of Health, Anova has a reputation for innovative responses, thought leadership and research in HIV

    Professional Nurse

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Champion the Anova 95-95-95 in-facility activities by leading the facility meetings and supporting weekly data review, monitor attendance and liaise between Anova and the facility
    • Work with the outreach teams to get referrals and to initiate ART for eligible HIV infected clients including PrEP
    • Provide follow up care for patients on treatment in line with DoH HIV Management guidelines as well as Anova work plan and Facility 90-90-90 plans
    • Routinely monitor performance & registers of (TB/HIV/STI) programmes at facility level and provide mentorship & technical support where required
    • Identify poor performing indicators, put together quality improvement (QI) plans and implement as agreed upon with the facility team
    • Identify training needs at facility level and arrange in-service training where needed
    • Train clinic staff on MSM Diversity trainer and biomedical training and mentor staff at facilities
    • Use relevant M&E tools to report weekly to Anova sub-district team on number of clients initiated on ART and TPT
    • Support facilities with the implementation of I-ACT support groups and Chronic treatment clubs in line with Anova’s work plan
    • Attend weekly multi-disciplinary meeting
    • Be part of HITT projects for data clean-up.

    Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

    • A degree or diploma qualification as a Professional Nurse
    • Registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council
    • Western Cape NIMART trained and certified as competent to work independently
    • At least 4 years’ experience in working at a clinic (PHC or CHC) facility
    • At least 2 years NIMART experience
    • Familiar with latest HIV Management, PrEP, STI and TB and guidelines
    • PHC Qualification is advantageous
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Good report-writing skills
    • Strong organizational skills, including time management and multi-tasking skills
    • Driver’s License is required, and ability to drive.

    Closing date: 26 July 2024

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