CHS Institute Ltd. is currently sourcing for high calibre, self-motivated and dynamic individual to fill the position of a Nurse, Key Populations Program to be based in Machakos.
Overall Job Function
Reporting to the Site/Clinic Coordinator, the position holder will be responsible for the provision of biomedical, behavioural, structural HIV prevention interventions to Key Populations (KPs) in the DiCE and during outreaches within Machakos County.
Key Responsibilities
Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections at the DiCE and during outreaches
Provide family planning services to beneficiaries in the project including education, counselling, and services on emergency contraception, short-term and long-term methods
Directly track linkage to post-rape care for survivors of sexual violence
Provide KPs with risk assessment and risk reduction counselling
Condom promotion, demonstration of correct use and distribution
Facilitate health education sessions to KPs at the DiCE and during outreaches
Mentor Peer Educators on providing health education to KPs on STIs, family planning services, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Make appropriate referrals for on-going support and actively track clients on HIV care, treatment, and support services including CCC, PMTCT, TB treatment, and home-based care
Provide HTS services to clients
Collect and manage client data ensuring confidentiality
Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and Requirements
Diploma in Nursing from a recognised medical training institute, BSc Nursing is an added advantage
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) with a valid practice license
Valid HTS certificate – NASCOP certified
Ability to work and deliver results with minimum supervision
Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
Ability to work in a community setting and relate well with Key Populations by providing friendly services
Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and co-operation
Ability to maintain effective communication with both junior and senior colleagues
High level of integrity
Good oral and written communication skills (English and Swahili)
Computer literacy in the use of MS Windows, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Good record-keeping skills
Commitment to and understanding of CHS Institute Ltd. vision, mission, and values
At least 2 years’ post-internship experience working in a busy clinic or hospital site
Experience in providing family planning services is required
Experience working with KPs will be an added advantage
Experience in providing STI screening and treatment at outreach sites is desired
Experience in providing cervical cancer screening is desired.
Interested applicants are invited to email their applications and detailed CV with contact details of three referees to vacancies@chskenya.org clearly indicating the subject title as, Key Population Nurse: CHSI/NURSE KP/01/2021 by 5.00 PM Wednesday, March 31, 2021.
Apply via :
vacancies@chskenya.org
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