Nursing Officers

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Impact Research and Development Organization (IRDO) is a national NGO based in Kisumu. Its principal mandate is to design, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS research and intervention programs that improve the health status of individuals and local communities. We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill in the following positions in the Southern Nyanza Region (Rachuonyo North, Rachuonyo North, Suba, Homabay, Nyamira, Mbita, Ndhiwa and Kisii Central districts), Kenya. Successful candidates will be based in either of the districts.

 NURSING OFFICERS ( 2 POSITIONS) - KISII CENTRAL


Job Summary: Provide or assist in the provision of Minimum Package of Clinical services at the Wellness Centre and during community outreaches targeting Key Populations as per the set National Guidelines/standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Reporting to the Wellness Centre Coordinator
Assess clients and establish health care needs as necessary.
Diagnose simple common health conditions, prescribe, and administer treatment.
Provide appropriate healthcare service; e.g. administration of treatment, dispensing drugs, etc.
Provide health education and counseling to clients on identified health problems and socio-economic issues related to their health.
Evaluate healthcare outcomes to clients and write individualized report.
Maintain confidential records on clients personal and health condition/care data.
Keep clinical environment tidy and safe.
Ensure efficiency and safety of assigned nursing commodities.
Ensure that all clients’ rights to access services are adhered to at the centre.
Ensure that the health care services are friendly, responsive to the needs and offered at the convenient time of Key Populations and their clients.

Minimum Requirements:
Diploma in Registered Nursing from a recognized nursing training institution and in possession of a registration certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya
Is in good professional standing with the Nursing Council of Kenya
Must have at least one year’s experience in a busy health facility.
Should have training and practical experience in Key Populations Intervention.
Knowledge on HIV/AIDS care and treatment added advantage.
Ability to diagnose and treat Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Must be pleasant, have good communication skills and willing to work in challenging environments and under pressure.

 Submit applications, complete with updated CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone
numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd June 2013.

The Human Resources Officer
Impact Research and Development Organization
P O. Box 9171-40141 KISUMU.

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