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IOM Migration Health Nurse Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

IOM Migration Health Nurse Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

IOM Uganda looking for “Migration Health Nurse”.

Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree may apply on or before October 06, 2023.

The International Organization for Migration is an intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants, including internally displaced persons, refugees, and migrant workers. In September 2016, IOM became a related organization of the United Nations.

IOM Migration Health Nurse Jobs 2023

The IOM has published a job vacancy announcement on September 28, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Migration Health Nurse to be based in Nakivale and Kyangwali, Uganda.

Recruiter International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position Migration Health Nurse
Location Nakivale and Kyangwali, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post 02
Qualification Bachelor’s degree
Experience Required Minimum Three year
Application Deadline October 06, 2023

IOM Job Vacancy 2023

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

  • a) Medical examinations,
  • i. Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
  • ii. Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
  • b) Imaging;
  • c) Laboratory testing;
  • d) Vaccinations;
  • e) TB management;
  • f) Treatment and referrals;
  • g) Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
  • h) Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
  • i) Other technical areas as may be required.

Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:

  • The migration health assessment process; and,
  • Treatments and referrals.

Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:

  • Comprehensive history taking.
  • Accurate and thorough Biodata collection.
  • Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
  • Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programmes check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.

Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

  • University degree from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of three years of clinical experience;

OR

  • Diploma in nursing from countries where the Diploma allows to fulfill the full scope of responsibilities defined in the vacancy Notice, with five years of clinical experience.
  • A valid license to practice nursing in the country of duty station.

Experience:

  • Excellent technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
  • Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of and experience in clinical nursing
  • Excellent bedside manners
  • Knowledge of principles or preventive care and disease control
  • Knowledge of and experience in implementation of patient safety and infection prevention and control
  • Computer literacy required: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Access)

Skills:

  • Organizational skills;
  • Communication skills;

Languages

  • Fluency in English
  • Working Knowledge of Arabic

Other Details

  • Position Title: Migration Health Nurse G5 (2 Positions)
  • Reference No: VN/UG/027/2023
  • Duty Station: Nakivale and Kyangwali- Uganda
  • Classification: General Service
  • Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
  • Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Closing Date: 6th October 2023

How to Apply IOM Migration Health Nurse Jobs 2023

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://uganda.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1376/files/vn_ug_027_2023-migration-health-nurse.pdf

The Closing Date: October 06, 2023

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Particulars Details Link
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Official Website www.iom.int
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