NIMDR TB-Nurse Coordinator

Institute of Health Programs and Systems (IHPS)Stilfontein, North West, South Africa

18 days ago

Job description

The Institute of Health Programs and Systems (IHPS) is a South African non‑profit company established to strengthen health and development systems through program implementation and partnerships. IHPS is a Global Fund subs‑recipient tasked with implementing the Tuberculosis (TB) Program in Johannesburg (JHB) and Kenneth Kaunda districts.

Purpose of the Position

The role of the Nurse‑initiated Multidrug Resistant TB (NIMDR‑TB) Coordinator is to support and strengthen overall implementation and management of the MDR‑TB programme within a district, mentoring staff and coordinating continued skills and knowledge transfer to ensure quality and optimal service delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical

Provide clinical support to the trained NIMDR‑TB staff

Conduct clinical assessment and folder audits on the files of patients initiated on DR‑TB treatment

Assist with remedial action plans for these folder audits

Assist with quality assurance at all levels of care

Strengthen and support active TB case finding

Coordinate activities with health facilities to ensure that clients referred from the community receive the continuum of care

Mentorship

Assist facility clinicians with mentoring nurses trained in NIMDR‑TB during practical sessions

Update nurses in the event of any changes within the DR‑TB programme

Assist in facilitating refresher courses

Monitoring & Evaluation

Supervise and ensure that details of patients initiated on DR‑TB treatment are accurately recorded in patient files, the DR‑TB register, and ERD Web

Monitor adverse drug reactions (ADRs) recording and reporting

Monitor treatment outcomes of patients initiated by the NIMDR‑TB nurses

Identify gaps within the DR‑TB programme and assist with remedial action

Qualifications

Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) degree / Clinical Associate with current registration with HPCSA

Professional nurse with NQF 7 qualification in Primary Health Care (PHC) plus dispensing licence and current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)

Experience

Minimum of three years’ practical experience working in DR‑TB units

Proven experience of at least three years in treatment and management of DR‑TB care

Program management experience in non‑profit settings and understanding of current DR‑TB clinical practices according to the nine DR‑TB Clinical Reference Guidelines

Technical Skills

Team leader and team player

Problem‑solving and initiative in interpreting data

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Conflict handling skills

Behavioural Competencies

Leadership and management abilities

Innovative thinking and initiative

Proficient writing and presentation skills

Excellent interpersonal and cognitive skills

Ability and willingness to travel

Employer’s Rights

This position description may not list all duties. If an offer is made, a detailed job description will be provided. Applicants will be evaluated based on demonstrated ability to perform the tasks listed above, education and work experience. The employer reserves the right to revise this posting at any time.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply by e‑mail only to . The subject line should state the position and district you are applying for. Attach a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications not following these instructions will not be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

Closing date : March 3

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