Nurse (local hire)

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care at the health centers
• Perform patient intake and assessment, which includes measuring patient health and wellness, both through direct observation and by conducting medical tests and evaluations.
• Participate in routine vaccination activities under the enlarged program of immunization at the health center
• Educate patients and the general public on disease management, special diet plans and medical conditions
• Provide information on home care after their treatment and teach individuals how to self-administer medication or complete other self-care tasks
• Aid patients from the moment they enter the clinic by collecting patient information, supporting patient evaluation, administering treatments and medications as needed, and educating patients
• Asks patients questions about current symptoms, medical histories, and medications to provide the current medical needs and background
• Conduct preliminary tests such as blood pressure and respiratory checks
• Change the dressing on a wound, apply topical treatments, or administer medication via intravenous methods or direct injection
• Follow up with patients to determine whether courses of treatment are effective and assess patients during follow-p appointments
• Maintain clear communication with all other health post staff regarding the status of beneficiaries
• Offer practical advice and education to the new arrivals on the key issues of health
• Be flexible adaptable with regards to the implementation of the daily work
• Ensure effective referrals and counter-referrals from the post to the points of higher care, laying emphasis feedback mechanisms that involve the health

Requirements:

Education:

Diploma of Nursing or Diplomas from MOH- recognised institutions.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least one-year experience in the same position;
• Experience working with NGO and supporting the health system in Cameroon, is an additional advantage;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, and local language, (Pidgin English will be a plus)
• Strong ability to think and plan strategically
• Computer proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel is a prerequisite.

Qualifications:

• Justify professional experience in the management of malnutrition at least 01 year with an NGO, operating in an environment similar IMC;
• Have experience with NGOs;
• Master the office software (Microsoft Office);
• Good ability to work in a multiethnic environment;
• Being Cameroonian nationality.

Communication skills: Should be able to speak the local community language + English language would be advantage.

Code of Conduct As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

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