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Nursing Officer – MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Job Title: Nursing Officer (1 position)
Location: Kyamulimbwa, Uganda
Job purpose: To carry out nursing procedures in a study clinic and provide medical care to study participants.
Duties & Responsibilities
· Medical management of sick study participants
· Ensure proper clinic data collection in line with MRC Kyamulibwa clinic.
· Prepare regular clinic reports and suggest improvement in the clinic management
· Perform phlebotomy and collection of other samples as may be required
· Track participant results and present to study physicians for appropriate action.
· Offer relevant health education to the study communities.
· Provide counselling to clients when needed.
· Dispense medicines to clients according to prescriptions provided.
· Review and update clinic supplies and make requisitions appropriately.
· Provide detailed study information to participants and obtain consent.
Education, Skills and Experience
· Diploma in Nursing
· At least 2 years experience in clinical and research setting
· User knowledge in computer applications and short courses on research methods, GCP training and counselling may be desirable
Terms and Conditions: Successful applicants will serve a one year contract. Other terms and conditions for the post are within the MRC salary scales and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Location: The two positions above will be based in the MRC Kyamulibwa field station in Kalungu district.
How to Apply
Applications (clearly marked with position applied for) including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus telephone contact details of two (2) referees should either be addressed to:
The Human Resources & Administration Manager
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Uganda Virus Research Institute
P. O. Box 49 Entebbe
Or sent by email: mrc@mrcuganda.org
Closing date for applications: 1st October 2012
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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