Aga Khan University Hospital Research Assistant Nurse - Institute of Human Development Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University Hospital Research Assistant Nurse - Institute of Human Development Jobs in Kenya

Introduction

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents. An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in multiple health science and social science disciplines, carries out research pertinent primarily to low- and middle-income countries and operates 7 hospitals (soon 8) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards.

It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As a leading international institution dedicated to excellence and change, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact and access.

The Institute for Human Development (IHD) is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge with direct relevance for policies, programs, and practices that enhance life experiences at all stages of human development.

In its foundational years, the Institute seeks particularly to become a visible instrumental force, locally as well as globally, for advancing knowledge about the earliest years of children’s development and for harnessing such knowledge for the purpose of shaping policies and interventions that ensure a strong start in life for all children wherever they may live.​​​​

Job Summary

To assist with assessments and nursing care to study participants in various studies within IHD. The data collection will take place within the hospital facilities and schools. The Nurses will be expected to work with the hospital and school members of staff to ensure data collection and recruitment, while observing adherence to standard operating protocols for the specific studies and school and hospital requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist with nursing and medical care particularly for

people visiting neurodevelopmental and neurological outpatient clinics;

Screen and identify eligible participants among children at homes, schools and hospitals;

Provide information, education and support to families or guardians of potentially eligible research participants;

Administer the informed consent process for the NeuroDev study;

Assist in collection of sociodemographic and phenotype data, using research electronic data capture software;

Assist in collection of blood and saliva samples for genetic studies, while ensuring proper storage and transport; and

Foster good working relations with hospital’s nursing and clinical team and be willing to participate in continuous medical education (CME) activities in mental/neurological health care.

Requirements

A Diploma in Nursing or clinical medicine with a current registration with the relevant professional bodies;

Some research background will be desirable;

At least 2 years’ experience in clinical care/ nursing or research studies;

Experience of care for children and adolescents with behavioural or neurological disorders will be desirable

Flexible – able to work extra hours when needed;

Able to work with vulnerable populations such as those with neurological or mental health disorders;

Be computer-literate with proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications; and

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Aga Khan University Hospital Research Assistant Nurse - Institute of Human Development Jobs in Kenya

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