Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Context Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Senior Nurse – Migration Health, the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying-out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Lagos, Abuja and Benin.
1. Provide general assistance with the daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
a) Medical examinations;
i. Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity; and,
ii. Blood, urine or sputum collection as required.
b) Support in TB management; Directly Observed Treatment Short Course (DOTS);
c) Support Infection prevention and control mechanisms;
d) Support pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
e) Support documentation, certification and information transmission;
f) Transport of samples to the laboratory in a proper and safe manner;
g) Liaise with the laboratory, receive results and reports in a timely manner; and,
h) Other technical areas as may be required.
2. Provide support and general information to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
REMINDER: (Please add the following as a filtering question during applicant’s application when applying to the WAVE system) Answerable by YES or NO only.
1. Have you completed a bachelor's degree? If yes, please upload proof of completion of bachelor's degree.
2. Do you hold a valid license to practice in the country? If yes, please attach proof of your license.
3. Do you have a proven clinical specialization in emergency care?
4. Do you have a proven Clinical experience as a registered Nurse (Good knowledge of nursing principles, techniques and procedures)?
5. Have you demonstrated effective writing and communication skills?
a) The migration health assessment, specially focusing on Chest Xray, Immunization and sputum testing for those requiring it; and,
b) Treatments and referrals.
3. Support Nurses with proper identification and follow up by:
a) Comprehensive history taking;
b) Accurate and thorough Biodata collection;
c) Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
d) Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.
4. Follow the Health Assessment Programmes’ check lists and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.
5. Assist Nurses in medical emergency management as well as with chronic case management and related procedures. Arrange for specialist consultations and ensure receipt of specialist reports as assigned.
6. Support proper and accurate record keeping of applicants throughout the migration health assessment process, including uploading medical reports on the required databases.
7. Perform national medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).
8. Assist the team with checking medical invoices.
9. Prepare list of medical drugs and supplies for ordering as requested by the Migration Health Physician or Migration Health Nurse, assist in inventory taking, confirm and receive ordered drugs and supplies; all in close coordination with the administrative and finance teams.
10. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Education
• Certificate or High School diploma and three years of relevant work experience; or,
• Intermediate degree in Nursing, with at least three years of relevant work experience; or, Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience
Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage; and,
• Computer literacy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Access)
Skills
Indicate position specific skills, for example:
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
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