Country: Uganda
Closing date: 12 Apr 2018
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Correctly fill cold boxes and vaccines carriers with ice packs: make sure that ice packs are frozen;
· clean and dry frost on ice pack surfaces; include indicator inside of cold box or vaccine carriers;
· Always keep vaccines within cold box or vaccine carriers with ice packs.
· Keep all vaccines at the correct cold temperature to avoid heat, sunlight or freezing.
· While making vaccinations always keep vaccine on ice packs.
· Use only disposal needles and syringes.
· Correctly use diluents for vaccines.
· Give children correct vaccinations following the agreed schedule.
· Give vaccines the correct number of times and at the correct age: vaccinate at the right age; vaccinate with the right number of doses; vaccinate at the right time between doses.
· Fix the date of the next vaccination and inform parents of the children.
· Take integrated EPI out reaches closer to PoCs
· Follow waste disposal procedures: collect and put all sharp objects in special safety box and dispose using an incinerator according to waste disposal rules.
· Prepare weekly statistical reports using standard forms (e.g. MOH registration forms, UNICEF growth card and vaccination cards).
Qualifications & Experience:
- Must have a certificate in Enrolled nursing or Nursing Assistant or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
- Must be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council.
- Must have served for at least three (3) years as a Health Worker.
· Valid Motor bike riding permit is an added advantage.
How to apply:
Send CV, Cover letter and Copies of relevant academic documents clearly indicating the position applied for as the subject to: UA‐IRCJobs@rescue.org. Deadline: Thursday 12th April, 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Whilst all applications will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. IRC is an equal opportunity Employer.