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Job Title  Syphilis Prevention Nurse
Organisation Infectious Diseases Institute IDI



Duty Station  KCCA Clinics -Kampala, Uganda
Vacancy Code SPN-X002
Reports to Project Coordinator
 
About US
The Infectious Diseases Institute IDI is a Ugandan not-for-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has six operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research, Laboratory services including the CAP-certified IDI Core Lab & Translational Lab, Global Health Security and Health System Strengthening.
 
Job Summary  The project nurse will be responsible for recruitment of clients and administering of all project related procedures to these participants. She/he will be working together with the staff at the Health facility, will perform high level confidentiality counseling to patients without discrimination and refer patients for further management, care or for social support services.
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities 
Participate in screening and enrolment of clients with positive syphilis tests, focusing on pregnant mothers and newborn babies
Administer treatment to and follow-up on the clients diagnosed with syphilis
Will take the lead role in ensuring clients are taken through assisted partner notification for those diagnosed with syphilis as per guidelines.
Participate in completing registries and other documentation related to project
Participate in routine QC/QA procedures for project documents
Attend project staff meetings on a regular basis
Participate as a full member of the facility health care team
Provide a full range of counseling services to patients and aid in assisted partner notification
Identify patient problems and document pertinent information regarding partner notification
Assist patients in formulating plans for addressing problem areas
Refer patients for further counseling to other social support institutions
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Perform any other duties assigned, as deemed necessary for project activities


Qualifications, Skills and Experience
The ideal applicant must hold a Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
Currently registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
At least two years of experience in clinical or medical research setting
Computer literate
Previous experience with working on pregnant mothers and new born infants will be an added advantage
Ability to speak the indigenous languages spoken in the central region will be an added advantage.
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of good counselling and nursing procedures & practices
Knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS and current STI treatment guidelines
Good team player and flexible
 
How to Apply
All Candidates that meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these positions should send their CVs, including details of email address, present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three 3 Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address  at the link below
 
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Key Notes
IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
Internal candidates who meet the required specifications and have worked with IDI for a period of at least one year will be given priority.
Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one document.
Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject line of your email.
Please note that if you DO NOT indicate the vacancy code as instructed above, your application will not be considered.
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
The Senior Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute — IDI Knowledge Centre, Makerere University Main Campus
College of Health Sciences, Makerere University
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
 
Deadline 18th July 2021
 

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