Study Nurse
International Action Against Hunger and Drought, Kenya

Employment Type:

Full time

The consortium of Vulnerable Groups Associations through International Action Against Hunger and Drought, is seeking the services of Research Assistants in Kenya

Category: Clinical Healthcare and Research

Country: Kenya

Location: Kilifi, Migori, Uasin Gishu, Bomet, Kakamega, Homabay, Garisa, Mombasa, Kitui

JOB PURPOSE: To provide efficient and effective Clinical Study Services, and nursing care to ASRH patients in a CPI/S program

STUDY: Child Protection Intervention and the Sexual and Reproductive Health of Female Adolescents Ages 13 to 18 Years

REPORTS TO: Study Coordinator

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assess patient needs while in the Study Program in order to diagnose, plan, and implement appropriate nursing care in accordance with established protocols.

Conduct both Qualitative and Quantitative Research

Monitor study Activities, and plans, evaluate and advise/ make appropriate recommendations to the Medical Officer.

Ensure all study patients are aware of their rights and have signed consent forms.

Continuously advise and inform patient’s parents/ guardians on their children’s participation in the studies, progress, and diagnosis.

To maintain relevant medical records of the study Participants

COMPETENCIES:

Excellent diagnostic skills

Attentive to detail with strong follow-through ability Proactive and confident with strong ethics Able and willing to take and follow instructions and learn Ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) Team worker, able to work in a multi-cultural environment, punctual and high integrity Well groomed; neat and clean appearance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To apply for this post you must be a registered Nurse/Clinical Officer with experience in Clinical Research/study

All applicants are required to state their current/last salary. Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae, and valid NIH/NCK certificates.

International Action Against Hunger and Drought is an equal opportunity employer.

Direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

IAAHD does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).

POSITIONS ARE FILLED ON A ROLLING BASIS.

At least diploma in Nursing, BSc Nursing or equivalent

Kenya Registered Nurse (KERN)

At least 3 years nursing experience

Knowledge/ experience in patient care and in undertaking medical procedures

Computer literate with proficiency and experience in using email applications and Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel

NIH certified

Job Rewards and Benefits