The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.Job OverviewThe Enrolled nurse will be responsible for ensuring delivery of high quality and efficient clinical services to clients at IRC facilities, ensuring that high standards are adhered to in assessments, handling of emergencies, treatment and administration of medicines according to the Uganda Ministry of Health guidelines. Duties and Responsibilities• Provide information to clients to reduce their vulnerability to diseases and infections through health education both at facility and community.• Attend to clients and provide treatments as prescribed by the clinicians. Actively participate in the close monitoring of patient vitals and timely informing the clinicians to review when necessary.  • Participate in client referral and transfer process as need arises. • Dispense drugs and other medical items to clients where necessary.• Participate in awareness creation and sensitization in the communities on communicable and non-communicable diseases e.g. HIV, TB e.t.c• Participate in community engagements such as integrated outreaches and community dialogues when called upon.• Participate in the capacity building of community-based health workers and other members (i.e. CME’S) Participate in the drawing and implementation of work plans for the clinic.• Promote the vision, mission and the values of IRC as expressed in the policies, regulations & guidelines of the Organization. • Ensure health, safety, and security in your area of operation.• Ensure adherence to good practices of infection prevention and control at work.• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned to you by your supervisors. • Provide regular feedback to the clinicians on status of the patients.• Assist in preparation of donor reports.• Participate in the development and implementation of program work plans.Minimum Qualifications:• Must have a Certificate in Nursing and should be registered with relevant professional body and must have a valid practicing licence.• At least one year working experience in Primary Health Care settings:• Experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating health activities.• Experience in Information management• Counselling skills • Communication skills• Clinical skills • Interpersonal skills • Team building skills Please note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis                      Deadline for receiving applications is 31st May 2025.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.