SRCS, based in Beledhawa, is looking for an experienced OPD Nurse – Belet Xawo to fill an open position. This Health/wash sector position calls for a professional with 2 - 3 years of demonstrated expertise. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Jul, 24.
JOB DESCRIPTION –
OPD Nurse – Belet Xawo
Job Grade:
Band 3
Department:
Health
Location
Beletxawo Clinic
Reports To:
Head Nurse
Direct Reports:
OPD Auxiliary Nurse
Background:
The Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) is an independent, non-political humanitarian organization that was founded in April 1963 and was established with presidential decree No. 187 in 1965. It was then recognized by the ICRC in 1969 and in the same year became a member of the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent societies.
Overall Job
Purpose
Conduct assessment of
child health
needs for children under 5 and provide quality and comprehensive nursing, treatment and follow-up of patients in designated out-patient clinics. Ensure delivery of high quality nursing interventions covering provision of antenatal services, postnatal care, immunization and reproductive health, nutrition, HIV/Ads, health and hygiene promotion and epidemic response in line with SRCS health policy guidelines and primary healthcare nursing standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Programme Implementation
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Diagnose common health conditions to identify child health needs for children under 5.
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Deliver an immunization program to ensure all children under 5 are appropriately immunized.
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Assess and monitor
patterns of weight gain and growth in children under 5.
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Provide health education to mothers on breastfeeding and hygiene promotion.
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Recommend referral of severe complicated cases for specialized treatment.
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Conduct home visits and follow-up discharged patients and provide continuity of care.
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Evaluate healthcare outcomes on under 5 children and prepare individualized reports.
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Raise requisitions for replenishment of drugs and supplies as needed.
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Compile accurate data on all OPD cases of under 5 children and prepare monthly reports and weekly as requested.
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Check immunization status of the children.
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Growth monitoring, weight for age.
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Health education, breast feeding, hygiene promotion and encourage promotion.
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Refer to the severe complication cases to the highest level and follow up.
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Participate meetings and trainings as requested by the supervisor.
Operations Management
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Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the OPD health programme line with strategic priorities.
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Identify capacity-building needs of the auxiliary and volunteer nursing team and ensure they are properly trained and well supported to implement programme activities.
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Participate in emergency preparedness, rapid assessments and emergency responses.
Partnerships/Relationships
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Develop and enhance relationships with strategic partners, donors, local authorities and community leaders to maximize support for maternal and child health.
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Represent SRCS in relevant conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings.
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Perform other related duties as assigned by the SRSC Senior Management.
About Beledhawa
Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad