Professional Nurse – UFS x1
Job Details
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Position: Professional Nurse (25 hours per week) – Post Level 9
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Job ID: 6365
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Organisational Unit: Student Affairs, Sport, Arts and Culture → Health Centre
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Institution: University of the Free State
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Contract Type: Permanent (Part-time)
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Occupational Level: Junior Management
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Location: South Campus, Bloemfontein (with support to Bloemfontein Campus when required)
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Working Hours: 25 hours per week
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Closing Date: 2 March 2026
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Assumption of Duties: As soon as possible
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Salary: Available on request
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Employment Equity: Preference given to under-represented designated groups
Job Overview
The Professional Nurse will provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to students and staff at the University Health Centre. The role focuses on clinical care, HIV testing and counselling, health promotion, emergency response, and quality control within a campus healthcare environment.
The position supports student wellness through preventative healthcare initiatives, awareness campaigns, and collaboration with internal and external healthcare stakeholders, while ensuring compliance with professional nursing standards and university policies.
Job Description
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Clinical & Healthcare Services
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Deliver professional nursing care at the Primary Health Clinic
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Provide HIV testing and counselling, including PrEP-related services
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Perform clinical assessments and capture patient notes on the electronic medical system
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Handle medical emergencies on campus
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Assist with first aid services during sports and campus events
Health Promotion & Prevention
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Implement prevention programmes and health initiatives
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Organise and support health and HIV awareness campaigns on campus
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Present health education and information sessions to the campus community
Clinic Management & Quality Control
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Ensure quality control standards within the clinic
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Order, manage, and control medication and medical equipment stock
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Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and nursing standards
Collaboration & Support
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Liaise with internal and external healthcare role-players
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Assist with clinical duties at the Bloemfontein Campus when required
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Travel independently between Bloemfontein and South Campus
Administrative & Additional Duties
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Perform additional duties as required by the line manager
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Ensure accurate clinical documentation and reporting