VAC-10453 Nurse (MHU)

Under the overall supervision of National Health Operation Officer and the direct supervision of Medical Officer/MHU team Leader and the Heads of Sub-Office in the assigned province, the incumbent will assist in ensuring basic medical screening is carried out, particularly in the areas of reproductive, maternal and child health care. Critical medical cases will be referred for additional services through partners and private hospital partners, the Nurse will assist in ensuring basic medical screening is carried out, particularly in the areas of reproductive, maternal and child health care. S/he is expected to carry out her/his duties in accordance with strictest ethical standards and with due respect for gender and socio-cultural sensitivities.

1.Assist Medical Doctor in proper identification, reviewing of the medical history, and reviewing of examination results during community outreach and static border facility consultations.

2.Assist Medical Doctor in registration of patients, preparing the monthly and daily schedule of health teams in collaboration with local government stakeholders and the Health Cluster and partners.

3.Assist in the management of suspected relevant patients, referral for relevant treatment and follow up.

4.Record all relevant health data in standard forms and ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of the medical record.

5.Assist in coordinating with basic health staff, the laboratories, and other officers in respective areas.

6.Assist in the preparation of medical box; prepare the drugs and material and check the stock and replenish weekly.

7.Support in the Data Collection and daily reporting, and document patient’s services by updating patient register and other records regularly.

8.Assist in outreach health programmes, coordinate with Health NGO partner and volunteers, and support them in community health preventive activities.  

9.Maintain daily checklist of all medical and delivery equipment and medicines to ensure that all medical kits are ready and fully stocked, with all medical supplies organized, listed, and within the expiration period.

10.Ensure operation of medical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques

11.Assist Medical Doctor in identifying priority health needs and other activities including regular diseases outbreak monitoring, collecting statistical information, take part in health awareness campaign, etc.

12.Assist in medicine dispensing, record keeping, medicine stock management and reporting, and preparing medicine requisition.

Other Functions

Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

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Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results:produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner;is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

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Education

Diploma in Nursing from an accredited academic institution with 6-months experience.

Experience

·At least 6 months experience in relevant clinical fields.

·Previous experience in international organization is an advantage. Knowledge and experience with working in the field and medical emergency department and Trauma management will be added as advantage.

·Effectively applies knowledge on clinical skills, bedside manner, infection control, administering medication, phlebotomy, maintenance etc.

·Adequate practical knowledge on handling child delivery and its complication

·Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.

Skills

·Ability to move or lift patients.

·Ability to stand for extended periods.

·Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·Effective written and verbal communication skills.

·A patient and compassionate disposition.

Languages

Fluency in Dari and Pashto

Working knowledge of English

VII. METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Interested applicants are invited to send curriculum vitae along with educational certificates, through ACBAR website by Close of Business (CoB) 26 September 2023 latest, applications with incomplete information/documents will not be considered. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept hard copies.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your application is accurate.

NOTE:Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for Written Assessments and those qualified to the next stage of Interviews will be contacted via email as well, therefore, please monitor your emails.

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