Job description
Reports to: Study Coordinator
Study Health Facility (Homa Bay (3) /Turkana (3))
Department : Research and Public Health Evaluations
Position Details
The Study Nurse will be stationed in one of the study facilities in either Homa or Turkana Counties, working under the supervision of the Study Coordinator. She/he will be responsible for recruiting participants in the study, conducting interviews using an approved structured questionnaire, and maintaining safety and confidentiality of the data collected.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of data collection activities
Identify and recruit participants for the study according to the protocol
Ensure consent is obtained for all eligible study participants
Conduct interviews with eligible study participants using the approved questionnaire
Collect study data during the interview using electronic device that will be provided
Capture study data on a specified data entry system
Submit study data on a daily basis
Check captured study data for consistency and accuracy
Follow-up on incomplete information
Adhere to data management procedures
Ensure study data collection tools and logs are stored in lockable filling cabinents and that all study records are confidentially secured all participants enrolled on the study
Follow-up on study participants for their appointments
Ensure proper filing of study documents (physical and electronic) in the health facility and in the office
Provide regular and timely updates to the, study coordinator on progress and issues that impact implementation
Support active case finding in the MCH, child welfare clinics, pediatric specific clinics (POPC), nutrition clinics, outpatient departments, and in-patient wards.
Be able to capacity build HCWs on pediatric TB screening, diagnosis and treatment.
Support facility-level FDC and INH forecasting and quantification to prevent stock-outs
Support retention activities through structured appointment management
Assist in the trouble shooting components of the research study
Qualifications And Experience
A Degree or Diploma in General Nursing with at least 3 years’ experience
Registration with the Nursing council as a nurse
Basic knowledge of research principles; Good Clinical Practice and ethical requirements
Previous research experience as well as experience with data collection desired
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Prior experience in collecting health research data using electronic devices
Experience managing TB patients
Computer literacy
Comfortable working after hours and on weekends
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills (written and spoken) in English and Kiswahili ( Knowledge of Dholuo or Nga’ Turkana an added advantage)
Prior ethics training will be an added advantage
Responsiveness, Pro-activeness, Flexibility, Initiative, Co-operation, Assertive and Team Player
