Clinic Sister (Professional Nurse)

Hours: Wednesday and Thursday morning from 08h00 to 13h00

Location: Athlone NOAH Clinic, 146 Lawrence Road, Athlone and NOAH Clinic, 69 Jama Crescent, Site B, Khayelitsha

Deadline for Applications: Friday, 23 October 2026

Job Purpose

The Clinic Sister is responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-quality primary healthcare services to patients within the clinic. The role focuses on patient assessment, treatment, health education, disease prevention, and ensuring efficient clinic operations while maintaining professional nursing standards and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Care & Clinical Duties

• Conduct patient assessments, vital signs, and clinical follow ups.
• Diagnose and manage common acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice. Refer on to the Doctor.
• Administer prescribed treatments, medications, and vaccinations.
• Perform wound care, dressings, and ear syringing.
• Monitor and manage chronic diseases (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma).
• Identify emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions or referrals.

2. Health Promotion & Education

• Provide patient education on disease prevention, treatment adherence, and healthy lifestyles.
• Promote preventative healthcare services.
• Counsel patients on chronic disease management and wellness practices.

3. Clinic Operations

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Ensure infection prevention and control standards are upheld.
• Manage clinic stock, medical supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and healthcare regulations.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and organised clinical environment.

4. Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete clinical documentation and reporting accurately.
• Coordinate patient appointments and follow-ups.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and audits.
• Assist with clinic statistics and reporting requirements.

5. Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with doctor, and clinic coordinator.
• Refer patients appropriately to specialists or external healthcare services on the VULA app.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing Science.
• Registered as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) .
• Primary Health Care (PHC) qualification (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a primary healthcare or clinic environment.
• Experience in chronic disease management preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of primary healthcare protocols and guidelines.
• Excellent communication and patient counselling skills.
• Computer literacy and electronic medical record experience.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Competent in taking blood samples.

Key Competencies

• Patient-focused approach
• Professionalism and ethical practice
• Attention to detail
• Time management and organisational skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Confidentiality and integrity

Working Conditions

• Clinic-based environment.
• May require occasional extended hours. (Authorisation to be given before working any extended hours)