Consultant -Migration Health Nurse

• Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC)to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
  • Medical examinations,
    • Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;

    • Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;

  • Imaging;

  • Laboratory testing;

  • Vaccinations;

  • TB management;

  • Treatment and referrals;

  • Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;

  • Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,

  • Other technical areas as may be required.

• Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
  • The migration health assessment process; and,

  • Treatments and referrals.

• Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
  • Comprehensive history taking;

  • Accurate and thorough Biodata collection;

  • Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,

  • Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

• Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s checklists and SOPs and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.

• Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.

• Maintain and monitor the MHAC pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the MHAC and for medical escorts if applicable.

• Provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on TB or HIV education, prevention and management as appropriate.

• Prepare administrative reports and program updatesas necessary.

• Support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.

• Assist withpre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.

• Perform 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).

• Maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate follow-up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal IOM departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other UN agencies or NGOs and others as applicable.

• Collect statistical information and share with the Senior Migration Health Nurse or CMHO as per pre- set and agreed-upon format.

• Perform other duties as may be assigned

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing Science with a minimumof three years relevant clinical experience
• A valid license to practice nursing in Nigeria

• Excellent technical skills,including in phlebotomy
• Training or working experience in the areas of Tuberculosis management, immunizations, mental health, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage

SKILLS

• Computerliteracy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel,Access)
• Good knowledge of clinical care especially in the Primary or secondary HealthCare settings.
• Good communication skillsand proven abilityin working in a team.
• Counselling, health promotion, publichealth or migration health skills/experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated, ability to workwith minimum supervision; ability to work withtight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to maintain detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Fluency in English (oral and written) required.

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of the local language.

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• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.