Enrolled Nurse (1 Month Temporary Contract - Wits RHI - Gophelega Tshwane)

Job Title: Enrolled Nurse (1 Month Temporary Contract - Wits RHI - Gophelega Tshwane) Start Date: 2026-08-14 - 2026-08-18 Vacancy Type: Temp JHB004000 Sectors: Medical Healthcare Location: Gauteng , Tshwane (Pretoria) Salary: (Market related, Negotiable) Brief: administration|available immediately|computer literate|deadline driven|enrolled nurse|gauteng|hiv management|ngo|npo|organizational skills|paediatric treatment|temporary position|tshwane|unemployed Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challenges It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology Detail: Main purpose of the job: To optimize the testing and linkage to care of HIV exposed infants To implement quality improvement programmes within the facility to improve performance towards CDC targets for early infant diagnosis Location: Tshwane Duration: 01 Month Key performance areas: Screen all HIV exposed infants in the unit and ensure that they are tested for HIV Identify and liaise for training facility staff on the collection of DBS PCR tests and HIV rapid tests where appropriate Improve the quality of data collected on blood requisition forms for infants and children including data to ensure tracing if the child tests HIV+ Facilitate processes to trace HIV+ infants into HIV care to ensure ART initiation as soon as possible Promote adherence to ART and prophylaxis according to DoH guidelines Identify and refer infants and mothers with ART failure or complications Support Counsellors in the management of adherence issues in Patients Review difficult cases with the RHI DDA and DoH staff Facilitate and follow up services such as down- and up-referrals in accordance to the district referral policy Share and discuss SOP's that will improve the early infant diagnosis in the hospitals and clinics Identify and refer Patients with HIV and other concomitant diseases Conduct ongoing assessments of needs for health systems improvement in the unit In conjunction with the Clinical team, implement CCMT programmes within the clinic Implement the programme area in HCT and non-clinical prevention such as testing for HIV in TB patients, FP and STI, condom distribution, male circumcision and pre- and post-treatment adherence Monitor and report for review the implementation and progress of the program work plans in conjunction with relevant Stakeholders Review challenges and achievements Track changes made that lead to improved outcome measures at the clinic level Compile and disseminate monthly reports to the Program Manager - Hospitals Integrate feedback from quarterly reports into programme implementation plan and subsequent progress reports Transfer quality improvement skills and methodology to clinic counterparts and identify gaps in knowledge Participate in monitoring activities mandated by the Training Department Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, feedback and support Participate in ongoing mentorship programmes initiated by other WRHI Stakeholders Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as conferences, workshops etc Required minimum education and training: Enrolled Nursing Required minimum work experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in Public Health Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities: Certification/experience in HIV management Sound technical knowledge PMTCT, Adult HIV, TB – HIV integration, paediatric treatment and care Knowledge of national, provincial and district health structures Experience working in a Donor funded organization / NGO or project-based environment Knowledge of clinical systems and data management Experience in training, material, development and quality improvement Exceptional organizational and administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Ordered and systematic in approach to tasks Attention to detail Pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making Able to prioritise own workload and work towards deadlines Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team Able to speak other African languages Demands of the job: May be required to travel from time to time Must be contactable after working hours May be required to work at sites that are under resourced and operate in a highly pressurised environment Communications and relationships: Maintain effective working relationships with senior management and WRHI staff at all levels Communicate effectively with all external Stakeholders such as Department of Health (DoH), Medical Officers, community and other partner organizations TO APPLY: Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV and a cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful Closing date: 18 August 2026 Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date Please note: WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position show more... 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