Community Health Worker

A dynamic organisation in Randburg, Gauteng has a vacancy for a capable Community Health Worker.

Punctuality, dedication, and a willingness to help others are highly regarded here. Hard work and reliability are noticed and rewarded with real advancement. Leadership is visible and approachable, and good ideas are always welcome. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.

Infection Control & Safety Compliance

• Maintain a safe patient care environment by reporting any safety hazards or equipment malfunctions immediately, completing incident reports for any adverse events or near misses thoroughly, and participating actively in regular health and safety committee meetings.
• Participate in the unit's antimicrobial stewardship programme by collecting specimens for culture and sensitivity before initiating antibiotics, communicating microbiology results to the treating team promptly, and advocating for appropriate and responsible antibiotic use.
• Ensure all clinical equipment and reusable medical devices are correctly decontaminated, cleaned, and sterilised according to the unit's infection control policy, maintaining sterilisation logs and performing regular biological indicator testing on autoclaves and chemical sterilisation systems.
• Implement and maintain strict infection prevention and control protocols including hand hygiene using the five moments framework, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to isolation and transmission-based precautions for patients with communicable conditions.

Medication & Treatment Administration

• Administer prescribed medications via oral, intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and topical routes strictly observing the five rights of medication administration and documenting each dose in the medication administration record immediately after the patient receives it.
• Monitor patients for therapeutic effects, adverse drug reactions, and potential drug interactions following medication administration, reporting any unexpected or concerning responses to the prescribing doctor immediately and documenting all observations in the patient's clinical record.
• Manage the medicine room and controlled drug cupboard by maintaining accurate stock counts, checking expiry dates proactively, ordering replacement stock, and completing the controlled drug register with a witness signature at each shift handover to ensure accountability.

• Excellent clinical assessment and observation skills to detect subtle changes in a patient's condition.
• A minimum of two to three years of nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or community setting relevant to the role.
• A recognised nursing qualification: a degree or diploma for registered nurse positions, or an enrolled nursing certificate.
• Physical stamina and emotional resilience to cope with the demands of hands-on nursing care in a busy clinical environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact compassionately with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Basic life support or advanced cardiac life support certification as required for the clinical area.
• For specialist roles, a postgraduate certificate in the relevant speciality such as critical care, paediatrics, or mental health.