US CDC Project Jobs - Study Surveillance Midwife/ Nurse at MU-JHU Research Collaboration

Job Title:  Study Surveillance Midwife/ Nurse

Organisation: MU-JHU Research Collaboration

Funding Source: US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Makerere University-The Johns Hopkins University Research Collaboration is implementing a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded project to establish a birth defects surveillance system in four major hospitals in Kampala, Uganda. The project’s aim is to determine the baseline prevalence of selected major external BD. This project will also include a nested case-control study to examine the association of maternal exposures to birth defects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the examination of all births in the hospital to ascertain the presence or absence of major external birth defects.
• In charge of counselling mothers of newborns with birth defects and linking them to special care.
• Consent and enrol participants in the case control study.
• Responsible for interviewing mothers and reviewing their medical records to collect surveillance and study related data.
• Ensuring participants’ confidentiality and privacy including safety of data collection equipment like tablets and laptops.
• Actively participating in study data quality assurance and control.
• Working closely with the hospital staff midwives to prepare expectant mothers for delivery, and conducting of deliveries.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant should be a Registered midwife or Nurse with a valid licence to practice in Uganda (UNMC licence).
• At least three years’ Midwifery practice  in a busy institution.
• Past experience in provision of HCT/ART/ PMTCT services and experience in counselling are desired.
• Previous experience in Research with human participants will be an added advantage.
• Detailed working knowledge of PMTCT, ART
• Working knowledge and skills in Newborn assessment and care.
• Be able to accomplish assigned tasks accurately with detailed completeness.
• Possess excellent oral communication skills
• Be a good team player
• Highly flexible to adjustment in work schedule
• Highly computer literate and able to use a computer I tablet to collect data.
• Ability to speak and read Luganda
• Willing and able to work extended duty shifts which may include 12 hour shifts, Including Public holidays and weekends
• Be willing to work in a busy maternity setting.

How to Apply: 

All interested candidates with the relevant qualifications should send a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three (3) referees, copies of academic certificates and testimonials, including daytime telephone contact, can be posted or hand delivered to the following address;

The Human Resources Manager, MU-JHU Care Ltd, Upper Mulago Hill Road, P.O. Box 23491- Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 2nd April 2015

HOSFA Non-profit Careers - Senior Nursing Officer

Job Title:  Senior Nursing Officer

Organisation: Hope Sharing Family (HOSFA)

Duty Station:  Uganda

About US:

Hope Sharing Family (HOSFA) is a not- for- profit Organisation established in 1993 with a mission of contributing to a process where the deprived have access to basic human needs and promote self-sustenance. The organisation mainly operates in Mityana District with its Headquarters in Mityana Town Council. It Provides Health services at St. Francis Community Health CentreIV-Mityana Town and Vocational training at St. Thereza Vocational Training Institute-Zigoti.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The Senior Nursing Officer should hold a certificate of registration from a recognised institution,
• The incumbent must also be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council.
• A minimum of three years’ experience of managing nurses in a busy unit is mandatory

How to Apply: 

All suitably qualified candidates should apply to the Human Resource Officer at Hope Sharing Family Mityana either by email: info@hosfa.org.ug , at P.O. Box 260, Mityana, Uganda or hand deliver to physical address- Mityana along Ddanya Road. The complete applications should have certified copies of academic transcripts, a full CV and two professional referees (one of which should be a former employer).

NB: Only short listed Candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 10th April 2015.

Nursing Careers – ART Delivery (6 Posts)

Nursing Jobs in Kenya 2014. 
Program Description: The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP), is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment program working in over 100 clinics in Nyanza Province, Kenya.

RCTP is urgently seeking motivated, proactive individuals with requisite experience to fill the following vacancies for Nurses-ART Delivery, and Motor Cycle Riders for a project known as SEARCH (The Sustainable East Africa Research in Community Health) study.

SEARCH is a community cluster randomized trial in Uganda and Kenya of widespread early community wide antiretroviral therapy (ART) vs. standard of care, where primary endpoints will include both community health and community economic status.

We are conducting a household census in 12 communities and annual multi disease diagnostic health campaigns.

We are also be supporting ART Delivery through FACES Clinics.

Job Title: SEARCH Nurse – ART Delivery (6 Positions)
Reports to: SEARCHART Coordinator
Duty Station: Suba/ Mbita and Rongo/Uriri Districts
Duration: Annual Renewable Contract
Vacancy No. FN- 09-03-2014

Job Summary: Provision of ART services based on the SEARCH study protocol at health facilities in the study communities in Suba.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain consent/assent for study enrolment.
• Assist in the physical examination of study participants.
• Assist in follow up of study participants.
• Offer HIV counseling, care and support to study participants.
• Provide pre/post test counseling and adherence counseling to participant.
• Offer contraception counseling and provide contraceptive methods at the site.
• Completing case report forms.
• Assist in follow-up of laboratory results.
• Perform accurate record keeping and check study forms for completeness and accuracy each day.
• Schedule follow-up visits.
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community.
• Maintain a good relationship with the community and other clinic staff.
• Develop an in depth understanding of the study’s goals and the logistics required to conduct the study
• Report problems encountered to study supervisor and consult appropriately.
• Attend meetings related to the study.
• Performs other duties assigned by the studymanager and designated supervisors

Key Requirements:

• Diploma in Nursing and must be registered by the relevant body
• At least one year experience with clinical research
• Minimum 1year of experience in HIV Clinical Care including anti retroviral
• Experience implementing and supervising research (public health or clinical studies)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be a team player and motivator
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills:
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
• Maintain frequent contact using cell phone, email, and Skype
• Diplomatic with strong leadership skills.
• Keen to detail
• Able to monitor, gather and evaluate information of broad scope and complexity
• Natural ability to multitask, problem solve, and work with others to resolve challenges
• Competent with computer software applications includingMicrosoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet-based applications
• Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in South Nyanza Province

Applications should include the following:

• A cover letter stating the current position (if applicable), current salary and date available
• A current CV
• At least two letters of recommendation
• Copies of official certificates
• Copy of the latest pay slip
• Names and telephone contacts of at least 3 referees
• An email address and a telephone number

All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by March 12th 2014:

hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu.

Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email.

Note: ‘RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment.

Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department.

Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified.

Nurse-Kenyan Jobs

Work Station: Kangundo

Our client urgently needs to recruit a nurse. Must be able to communicate in Kamba because of the duty station.

Our client is looking at someone who can easily gain the trust and confidence of a patient and have direct contact with patients.

Requirements

Ÿ    Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution

Ÿ    Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya

Ÿ    3 years’ experience as a nurse

Ÿ    Experience in taking care of the aged will be an added advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for operations, wound treatment and monitoring pulse, blood pressure and temperature;
• Observing and recording the condition of patients;
• Administering drugs and injections;
• Assisting with tests and evaluations;
• Responding quickly to emergencies;
• Communicating with and relieving the anxiety of patients and their relatives;
• Advocating on behalf of patients;
• Maintaining patient records;

If you meet the above minimum requirements, urgently email your cv( Indicate current and expected salary) to;

Recruiting Consultant

Frank Management Consult Limited

Nyaku House, 1^st Floor.

Emails: robinson@frank-mgt.com acc cc to frank.vacanices@yahoo.com

Nurse Jobs In Kenya 2014, Kangundo

Nursing Jobs In Kenya 2014. 
Nurse
Work Station: Kangundo
Our client urgently needs to recruit a nurse. Must be able to communicate in Kamba because of the duty station.

Our client is looking at someone who can easily gain the trust and confidence of a patient and have direct contact with patients.

Requirements

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• 3 years experience as a nurse
• Experience in taking care of the aged will be an added advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for operations, wound treatment and monitoring pulse, blood pressure and temperature;
• Observing and recording the condition of patients;
• Administering drugs and injections;
• Assisting with tests and evaluations;
• Responding quickly to emergencies;
• Communicating with and relieving the anxiety of patients and their relatives;
• Advocating on behalf of patients;
• Maintaining patient records;

If you meet the above minimum requirements, urgently email your cv( Indicate current and expected salary) to;

Recruiting Consultant
Frank Management Consult Limited
Nyaku House, 1st Floor.

Emails: robinson@frank-mgt.com acc cc to frank.vacanices@yahoo.com

OGRA Foundation PMTCT Nurse Job in Kisumu Kenya

Background: OGRA Foundation is a tax-exempt Kenyan Non-governmental Organization founded in 2000 as a youth development group.

In 2005 it was elevated to a full-fledged NGO to enable it expand its reach within Nyanza Province.

Today it is one of Western Kenya’s leading Medical emergency and relief Organization active in 2 counties, namely Kisumu and Homa-bay.

OGRA Foundation is currently looking for able professional to fill the following position in the organization:

PMTCT Nurse

Overall Job Function: Provide daily on-site, PMTCT-related support and mentoring to patients at the facility on improved quality management of prevention, care, and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

·         Ensure all women of reproductive health access PMTCT services.

·         Ensure that all HIV Exposed Infants (HEI) access minimum package of care.

·         Strengthen adherence counseling.

·         Ensure adequate defaulter tracing.

·         Ensure clients get the best nursing care.

·         Any other duties as directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

·         Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized institution and registered with Nursing Council of Kenya

·         At least two years’ experience in the care of patients affected by HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, Safe delivery practices and Care of the newborn.

·         Ability to work well within a team and build positive team spirit.

·         Highly self-motivated, ability to pay attention to details and work under pressure in a rural set up.

·         Ability to plan, organize, manage time to meet deadlines.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants are invited to send their applications detailing current and expected salary and a CV with contact details of three referees to the:

Manager
OGRA Foundation
P.O. Box 3050-40100
Kisumu (clearly marking the application with position applied for.)

Applications can also be emailed to recruitment@ografoundation.org with the position applied for as the subject line by Friday,

Canvassing by applicant is strongly discouraged.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

OGRA Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

Nursing Jobs In Kenya – Neema Hospital

Neema Hospital is a community hospital situated at Kahawa Sukari and designed to provide quality, affordable and sustainable health care to all. The facility has recently been expanded to include in-patient services and the Neema Hospital Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions.

Nursing Officer (two posts)
The Nursing Officer will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer. The work will largely involve planning, supervision and provision of Nursing Care at the inpatient and outpatient departments of the hospital

Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties include the following among others

• Assessing patients’ needs for nursing services
• Verification and maintaining information relating to patients admissions.
• Keeping records of drugs and supplies
• Guiding, supervising and counselling staff performing routing duties.
• Giving support and health education to patients.
• Any other Health duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen
• Holder of a Kenya Registered Nurse or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse Diploma from a recognized training College
• Be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya.

All written applications, CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, identity card etc should be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to

The Chairman
Neema Hospital Board
PO Box 32183 – 00600 Nairobi

Or be hand delivered to Neema Hospital, Kahawa Sukari on or before 12th February 2014.

2 MMC Nurses: Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP

Organisation: Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Position Number:  MUWRP – 001

Reports to: Prevention Coordinator

About MUWRP:

The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a non-profit HIV research program that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of understanding between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation for Advancement of Military Medicine Inc. of USA (HJF). The primary purpose of MUWRP is to develop, evaluate and provide interventions to mitigate disease threats of public health importance to Uganda. Activities include; vaccine development and building of vaccine testing capability in Uganda, conducting of epidemiological and basic research and provision of HIV Treatment, care and support and surveillance of influenza and other emerging infections. MUWRP recently increased its portfolio to include vaccines for Ebola and Marburg in addition to surveillance of influenza and influenza-like viruses in humans and animals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Provide nursing and /or surgical theatre assistant services

·         Assist in minor surgical procedures as per WHO/MOH guidelines.

·         Carry out Health Education session and /routine physical examinations.

·         Ensure patient safety and confidentiality.

·         Actively participate in complete, timely and accurate documentation of all surgical and follow -up procedures.

·         Maintain surgical instruments and theatre equipment

·         Perform any other duties as requested.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·         The MUWRP prospective applicant should be a registered /Enrolled Nurse or Midwife.

·         A minimum of two years’ post -qualification professional experience.

·         Prior experience in HIV/AIDS Prevention, care and treatment including Antiretroviral Therapy.

·         Excellent interpersonal /communication skills.

·         Show commitment to accomplishing designated goals and targets in service provision.

·         Fluency in verbal and written English, able to fluently read and speak Luganda.

·         Prior working experience of living and working in rural environment.

·         The applicant should also be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council.

·         Training as a Medical Theatre Assistant will be an added advantage

·         Formal training in HIV/AIDS Prevention, Care and Treatment Including Antiretroviral Therapy and Palliative Care will be an added advantage

·         Additional formal Training ‘in Adolescent and Adult Medical maleCircumcision under local Anesthesia will be an added advantage

·         Formal training in counselling, especially youth counselling.

·         High organizational skills

·         Be detail-orientated and self - motivated.

·         Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

·         Ability to work on own initiative and accomplish designated goals and targets

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should download application forms from Here and attach them on their Applications letters, Photocopies of academic qualifications and Resume with three referees quoting the Position Number to: The Human Resource Administrator Makerere University Walter Reed Project Plot 42 Nakasero Road. P.O. Box 16524 Kampala, Uganda

E-mail: muwrp@muwrp.org  

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 3^rd February 2014