Nurse Counsellor at Impact Research and Development Organization (IRDO)

Vacancy #: IRDO/NC/IPrEP/1/2018

Job Summary: The nurse’s role will be primarily to support the clinical procedures during screening and enrolment of study participants and offer HIV testing services end referral services to study participants.

Location: Kisumu with occasional travel to the field within Kisumu County

Reporting to: Study Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Screening for study eligibility, consenting, providing HIV testing services, administering questionnaires and collecting and processing samples.
• Assessing participants for PrEP eligibility, provide adherence counselling, and perform clinical procedures.
• Working with Peer Supporters of PrEP participants to improve adherence to study procedures and retention in the study
• Perform quality improvement procedures.

Minimum Qualifications and Competencies

• Diploma in Nursing or Community Health Registered Nurse from KMTC or equivalent recognized institution.
• MUST be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in public or private healthcare management.
• HTS provider- trained on new algorithm and certified by NACOP (mandatory)
• Knowledge of Kenya NASCOP guidelines on PrEP provision (mandatory)
• Previous experience in research involving PrEP provision to key populations preferred.
• Proficiency in computer application packages (Ms Word. Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexible: can work long hours, including weekends end public holidays when necessary.