Research Assistant Nurse, Institute of Human Development at Aga Khan University Hospital

Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University's Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa. Our Vision of Aga Khan University Ho...
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Research Assistant Nurse, Institute of Human Development

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 

Job Summary

  • To assist with assessments and nursing care to study participants in various studies within IHD. The data collection will take place within the hospital facilities and schools. The Nurses will be expected to work with the hospital and school members of staff to ensure data collection and recruitment, while observing adherence to standard operating protocols for the specific studies and school and hospital requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with nursing and medical care particularly for people visiting neurodevelopmental and neurological outpatient clinics;
  • Screen and identify eligible participants among children at homes, schools and hospitals;
  • Provide information, education and support to families or guardians of potentially eligible research participants;
  • Administer the informed consent process for the NeuroDev study;
  • Assist in collection of sociodemographic and phenotype data, using research electronic data capture software;
  • Assist in collection of blood and saliva samples for genetic studies, while ensuring proper storage and transport; and
  • Foster good working relations with hospital’s nursing and clinical team and be willing to participate in continuous medical education (CME) activities in mental/neurological health care.

Requirements

  • A Diploma in Nursing or clinical medicine with a current registration with the relevant professional bodies;
  • Some research background will be desirable;
  • At least 2 years’ experience in clinical care/ nursing or research studies;
  • Experience of care for children and adolescents with behavioural or neurological disorders will be desirable
  • Flexible – able to work extra hours when needed;
  • Able to work with vulnerable populations such as those with neurological or mental health disorders;
  • Be computer-literate with proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications; and
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan University Hospital on aku.taleo.net to apply

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