Community Nurse Counsellor at University of Nairobi

 (KAVI–ICR) –AD/4/110/21 (2 POSTS) (CHS)

Job Description

The applicant will be responsible for counselling volunteers at a busy research institute, collect blood samples, observe vital signs, assist physicians during clinical screening and administer questionnaires to volunteers. The person will also be required to undertake community work. They must be able to work with minimum supervision and be ready to work for long hours.

Minimum requirements

• Applicants must have at least a KCSE Grade C+ or its equivalent
• Diploma in Nursing, those with B.Sc. Nursing degree will have an added advantage.
• Must be registered with Nursing Council of Kenya and be in possession of a valid nursing practicing license.
• They must also have a certificate in VCT, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Counseling training from a recognized institution.

Experience

• At least two years’ experience in a similar position.
• Those with community mobilization experience will have added advantage

Terms of appointment

This a one year contract renewable by mutual consent. The salary is negotiable depending on the level of education and work experience.