Nurse Aid: Collaborative Clinical Research Centre (CCRC)

Deadline: 21 May 2021

Introduction

The Collaborative Clinical Research Centre (CCRC) is seeking a competent suitably trained and qualified Nurse Aid to work at the CCRC Research Site in Harare. 2 Allan Wilson Avenue, Belgravia. This is a one year fixed term contract. The CCRC implements high level HIV prevention and treatment research and collaborates with a broad range of partners nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Help patients with personal hygiene and care such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, and bowel and bladder care;
• Take and record patient vital signs and weight;
• Observe and record patients conditions, food and liquid intake and other behavior, and report changes to supervisor;
• Help patients walk with canes, walkers, or other devices;
• Make beds, and maintain clean and safe environments for patients • Lift, transport, and move patients using the appropriate techniques;
• Treat all patients, family, and other visitors with respect, and engage with them in a tactful manner at all times;
• Comply with all safety and health regulations

Qualifications and Attributes

• Must hold current Nurse Aid certification;
• Prior work experience in a direct patient care setting or in a long term care facility preferred;
• Proven working experience in a research setting is an added advantage but not a prerequisite;
• Must be in good physical health to be able to lift and move patients, and to be able to walk or stand for long periods of time;
• Must be compassionate and personable;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize assignments;
• Ability to handle emotional and stressful situations in a professional manner while remaining calm