Staff Nurse

Main Purpose of the Job

• Execute occupational health and primary healthcare duties, including HIV management.
• Undertake occupational health administration and reception management duties.
• Assist the Occupational Medical Practitioner with all on-site clinic duties.
• Implement and manage workplace risks identified via wellness programmes.
• Conduct professional HIV counselling, testing, and treatment.
• Conduct comprehensive annual and pre-employment medical examinations.
• Utilise primary healthcare principles to promote health and wellness at all organisational levels.
• Provide counselling to employees regarding work-related illnesses or psychosocial issues.
• Diagnose and treat patients in accordance with Nursing Diagnosis and Management guidelines.
• Manage dispensary stock levels to ensure a sufficient and continuous supply of medication.
• Coordinate the ordering and replenishment of medication from approved suppliers.
• Maintain a clean, compliant dispensary environment, ensuring all medication is securely locked away.
• Administer Injury on Duty (IOD) treatment protocols, records, and COIDA claims administration.
• Work closely with the SHE team to participate in and prepare for health and safety audits, inspections, and health promotion programmes.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• Diploma or Degree in General Nursing, with an additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing.
• Valid registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Valid Certificate in Dispensing.
• At least 5 years of practical experience in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) environment.
• Extensive experience in HIV counselling, testing, and treatment management.
• Competent and computer literate in MS Word, MS Excel, and associated corporate packages.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with doctors, patients, and colleagues.
• Proven ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

Core Skills And Competencies

• Advanced clinical assessment and clinical decision-making.
• Evidence-based nursing practice application.
• Structured patient care planning and case management.
• Strong time management and workload prioritisation.
• Proactive risk identification and patient safety management.
• Analytical problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
• Staff support, guidance, and clinical mentorship skills.

Professional conduct, ethics, and strong accountability.