Study Nurse/ Counsellor
University Of Nairobi
Nairobi | Full Time | Education / Teaching
Closing in 3 months ago
Job Description
- Conduct thorough screening of potential participants to ensure eligibility based on the study criteria
 - Obtain informed consent from participants
 - Providing family planning counselling services
 - Implement strategies to Preventing missed appointments and enhance retention of study participants e.g. appointment reminders etc
 - Supporting treatment adherence
 - Collection and entry of study information in approved clinical report forms
 - Completion of required MoH tools and registers for HIV care
 - Ensure safe and confidential custody of study source and other study documents
 - Collection and shipment of study specimen
 - Dispensing of study medication to participants, providing clear instructions on usage and potential side effects
 - Monitoring study participants for adverse events and reporting findings promptly to the County Clinical Coordinator
 - Any other duties assigned by supervisor
 
Job Specification
- Kenya Enrolled Nurse and registered to practice with the Nursing Council of Kenya
 - Minimum of 2 years’ experience with direct clinical care, preferably in HIV/AIDS management
 - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage effectively with diverse populations
 - Keen attention to detail
 - Proficiency in intermediate IT skills
 - MUST have a current Certificate of Good Clinical Practice
 - MUST have a Certificate in Human Subject Protection
 - Diploma or Degree in nursing is an added advantage
 - Additional training in counselling is also beneficial
 - Research experience particularly in clinical studies related to HIV is a plus
 - Experience in HIV clinical care is an added advantage
 - Certification in the Counselling is an added advantage
 
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