Professional Nurse (post level 9)

Job Title Professional Nurse (post level 9) (Job ID: 6117) Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Student Affairs -> Health Centre Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Junior Management Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) Closing Date 2/5/2025 Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Perform professional clinical duties at the Primary Health Clinic.
• Provide HIV Counselling, Testing and Treatment.
• Perform other relevant duties as required by the line manager.
• Capture clinical notes on the electronic medical system.
• Perform quality Control of the clinic.
• Order and stock control of medication and equipment for the clinic.
• Handle emergencies on campus.
• Assist with first aid services at sports events on campus where necessary.
• Assist with emergencies in the clinic.
• Present information sessions to the campus community.
• Liaise with internal and external role-players.
• Assist on South Campus with clinical duties where necessary.
• Travel independently between Bloemfontein and South Campus.

Inherent requirements:

• Nursing diploma/degree (general, psychiatric, midwifery, community nursing) (attach a copy).
• Post basic diploma/degree in Primary Healthcare (attach a copy).
• Dispensing certificate (attach a copy).
• Certificate in HIV testing and counselling (attach a copy).
• Completed the Nurse Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (NIMART) course (attach a copy).
• Knowledge of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
• 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 drivers license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

• Own transport.
• Dispensing license.
• Previous working experience with young adults/students.

Competencies Required competencies: Results-oriented:

• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• 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 plan work and to follow plans.

• Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.
• Computer Literate - will work on medical programs for clinical notes.

• Leading:

• The ability to lead, take charge of situations and offer opinions and directions to others.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions:

• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications or proof of qualifications obtained (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• Copies of all academic records (if required).
• A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if required).
• A copy of your drivers license (if required).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties: As soon as possible.

Closing date: 2 May 2025.

Salary: The salary is available on request.

Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 7659 or email SejanamaneP@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848/ 9813/ 9810/ 9814/ 2979 for assistance.

General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at: EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Information :

• Company : University of the Free State
• Position : Professional Nurse (post level 9)
• Location : Bloemfontein, Free State
• Country : ZA