KEMRI Nurse Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI Nurse Jobs in Kenya
QualificationsDiploma in Nursing from a recognized medical training institution.
Registered with the Nursing council and has a valid practicing license
At least one year experience with Clinical research
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct physical and medical examinations for study participants and treat medical conditions as may apply
Perform clinical assessment of participants & interpret laboratory results.
VL monitoring and counseling, giving feedback to study participants
Administer informed consent to prospective and continuing study participants and record the process appropriately
Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community
Develop in-depth understanding of the study’s goals and the logistics required to conduct the study
Track/trace participants for their study visits within the prescribed visit windows to ensure good retention and safety monitoring
Participate in Provider consultation and discussion via WhatsApp will occur upon each detectable VL test result and for any other issue or barrier to adherence identified by the study staff as requiring consultation, as needed
Report problems encountered to the study
Coordinator and consult appropriately
Report adverse events as applicable and document all protocol deviations
Counsel participants on HIV/AIDS and various treatment/prevention on offer. Maintain participant confidentiality at all times
Maintain good relationship with the community, the rest of the clinical team and the other departments in the facility
Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the study Coordinator and designated supervisors
Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity
Other Required skills
Minimum 2 years’ experience in HIV Clinical care management including anti-retroviral.
Experience in implementing clinical research studies.
Comfortable working in remote rural villages of Suba, Mbita & Rongo, Uriri Sub-Counties of Southern Nyanza.
Be able to communicate effectively both orally and
in writing in English and preferably Dholuo
Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid riding/driving license) will be an added advantage.
Applications should include the following:
A cover letter stating current position and date available to start working for the program
A current CV including email and mobile phone contact
Name and phone number for two professional referees
Two letters of recommendation
A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
Copies of academic and professional certificates
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to send in their applications through email; hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Applications should include the following:
A cover letter stating current position and date available to start working for the program
A current CV including email and mobile phone contact
Name and phone number for two professional referees
Two letters of recommendation
A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
Copies of academic and professional certificates
Kemri is an equal opportunity employer commited to diversity; persons with disability, women, youth and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Kemri does not charge a fee at any stage of its selection process including application, interview and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such request immediately.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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