Locum SMC Nurse Job at Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) - Career Opportunity in Uganda
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Vacancy title:
Locum SMC Nurse

Jobs at:
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Deadline of this Job:
30th October 2018

Duty Station:
Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: 17th October 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

JOB DETAILS:
The mission of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has five operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment, Training, Research and Laboratory services (provided through a partnership with the Makerere University-John Hopkins University Core Lab) and Outreach program.


In order to achieve the above, Outreach seeks to recruit a highly motivated, result-oriented and dynamic candidate for the position below;


Job Title: Locum SMC Nurse
Project: E- AMAKA Project
Vacancy Code: LSNX01
Reports to: Team Leader, Expanded AMAKA Project
Work Station: Kira HC III, Wakiso District


Job Summary:
The SMC Nurse will work within the IDI Outreach Programme Medical function to assist the surgical teams during safe MMC procedures and to provide quality nursing care. He/ she must treat each client with dignity and respect.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist surgical teams during MMC procedures.
  • Ensure eligibility for and assist circumcisers in conducting the circumcision procedure.
  • Provide immediate post-operative care for clients.
  • Participate in the provision of TT vaccinations for SMC clients under the oversight of the EPI focal person at the supported sites.
  • Maintain client records as required cognizant of standard ethical requirements.
  • Ensure procedures are carried out safely in accordance with agreed policies.

Educational requirements

  • Completion of a registered Nurses Diploma Training from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of two years’ work experience in provision of Safe Male Circumcision service, clinical and surgical setting.
  • SMC skills Training and Certification is required.
    Knowledge, abilities and skills:
  • Ability to communicate with clients in local language.
  • Knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS related issues.
  • Knowledge of good nursing procedures, practices and ethics.

Job application procedure
IDI will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position, please send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 30th October 2018. (Email your application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug  and let’s save the environment).


Key Notes:

  1. IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process
  2. Internal candidates who meet the required specifications and have worked with IDI for a period of at least one year will be given priority.
  3. Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one document
  4. Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
  5. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  6. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
    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
Job Info
Job Category: Health/ Medicine jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 30th October 2018
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Posted: 17-10-2018
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 17-10-2018
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 17-10-2061
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