Live with Hope Centre Community Nurse Job in Kericho Kenya

The Live with Hope Centre is looking to recruit a Community Nurse.

The Live With Hope Centre is a Community Based Organization (CBO) working in HIV/AIDS care, support and prevention based in Kericho.

Job Description 

Key Responsibilities
  • To provide clients with the necessary needs based medical and nutritional support - as far as resources allow - in liaison with relevant LWHC departments and outside agencies
  • To assist HBC/Palliative Care and HAART Clinic clients through offering medical, educational, psycho-social and advocacy support when necessary

  • To report to the LWHC Administration on HBC activities as required including, preparing and providing HBC medical reports
  • To provide support and guidance to Community Health Workers through accompanying them on home visits within the relevant areas twice per week
  • To refer clients to relevant LWHC departments or partner agencies as necessary
  • To undertake stock taking of medicines in liaison with the pharmacist and clinical officer, submitting orders for medicines at relevant times to the Administration
Qualifications and Experience 
  • At least a Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing Diploma from a recognized institution.
  • Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Experience working as a Community Health Nurse in HIV/AIDS care and treatment and palliative care for 2 years would be advantageous.
Send your CV, two letters from referees stating why you would be suitable for the position, a copy of your nursing qualification, proof of registration with the nursing council of Kenya and covering letter indicating why you are suitable for the position with your current or expected salary

by email to hr@livewithhope.org

by post to P.O Box 2043 Kericho

or by hand to Live With Hope Centre, Motobo, Kericho

by 5:00pm Fri 18th February 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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