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University of Nairobi
Study Nurse/ Counsellor

University Of Nairobi

Nairobi | Full Time | Education / Teaching

Closing in 1 week from now

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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