Nurse Clinician Correctional Services

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Advert Summary

TB HIV Care (THC) in existence since 1929 is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB including adolescent girls and young women sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care

Purpose of the position:

To deliver comprehensive care which includes and integrated approach to the management of inmates with opioid use disorder (OUD) HIV TB STIs viral hepatitis and mental health issues. Additionally the nurse clinician is instrumental in facilitating successful referrals for inmates to community-based OAT programmes following their release providing patient education and enhancing the effectiveness of the OAT project through data collection and feedback.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years experience in nursing after registration
Experience working with Department of correctional services (DCS)
Experience in IHI QI methodology
Facilitation
Degree / diploma
Adult Primary Care Certificate
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse
NIMART training and certified
OAT training
RTCQI certficate
Proficiency in English & IsiZulu languages
Valid code 8 drivers license

Job Advert SummaryTB HIV Care (THC) in existence since 1929 is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB including adolescent girls and young women sex...