Nurse

Mission and Activiates

• Nurse (ITFC & IPD) For RISQ Digital Project embedding Optima: Dedicated and competent nurse working with the Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA), delivering quality healthcare services in line with national CMAM, IMAM and primary healthcare protocols.
• Provides integrated management of acute malnutrition and outpatient medical care in humanitarian settings.

Key Responsibilities
RISQ digital Project Embedding OptiMA Clinical Implementation:
Triage of Patients 6-59months:

• Apply Emergency Triage Assessments Treatment
• Should have a good mastering of the 7 vital signs assessments and its normal values in children of 0-59months (Heart rate, Respiratory rate, Respiratory Efforts, Oxygen needs and Saturation, Body temperature, Awareness level) as required in RISQ Standard procedure
• Ensure the Scores of the vitals are properly taken, recorded and correctly interpreted in the RISQ app
• Admit and manage patients using simplified MUAC and Oedema-based criteria
• Monitor patient progress through MUAC measurements, Oedema check, weight tracking, and clinical assessment.
• Identify complications, non-responders, and defaulters, and refer appropriately to Stabilization Centres (SC)
• Provide integrated management of common childhood illnesses alongside malnutrition treatment

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Compliance:

• Ensure all activities comply with GCP principles of RISQ including patient safety, rights, and confidentiality
• Obtain and document informed consent from caregivers before enrolment into the OptiMA program
• Follow approved study protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Accurately collect, record, and report clinical and research data
• Ensure data integrity, completeness, and traceability in all documentation
• Report adverse events and protocol deviations according to study guidelines
• Participate in monitoring visits, audits, and supervision related to research activities

Patient Care & Counseling:

• Provide caregiver education on proper RUTF use, feeding practices, and hygiene
• Deliver Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) counseling
• Promote disease prevention and health education within the community

Data Management & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate patient records, registers, and case report forms (CRFs)
• Ensure timely and complete reporting in line with program and research requirement

Logistics & Stock Management:

• Monitor RUTF and medical supply stock levels
• Ensure proper storage and rational use of supplies

General Responsibilities

• Adhere to Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols (hand washing, disinfection of thermometers, pulse oximeter, disinfection of cups used by caregivers) and waste management and general Hygiene
• Maintenance of biomedical and non-medical equipment (pulse oximeters and Tablets)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care 
• Participate in community outreach and screening activities
• Identify Gaps in the RIQS approach and implementation and communicate with the management
• Maintain professional ethics and respect patient dignity and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing license
• Experience in nutrition programs (RISQ/OptiMA/CMAM) and research settings preferred
• Previous NGO or humanitarian experience is an advantage
• Willingness to work in remote and resource-limited environments.
• Flexible and can work under pressure.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of RISQ/ OptiMA/CMAM protocols and GCP principles
• Excellent clinical assessment and pediatric care skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data collection
• Strong communication and caregiver counseling skills
• Ability to work under pressure in humanitarian and research settings.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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