Job Description :

Working under the guidance and supervision of the Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Nurse will be directly responsible for the day to day management of inpatient therapeutic care (ITC) of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) with medical complication, nutrition counselling and IYCF services to patient admitted at Hagadera Hospital.

Key Responsibilities :

Programming :

• Ensure quality and timely identification and treatment of medical complications associated with malnutrition in SC/OTP/SFP.
• Give and advise on the drug regimen for children in the SC, OTP and SFP programs ;
• Supervise and coordinate the strict patient management of children in the inpatient center through monitoring 3 hourly nutrition therapeutic feeds (F100 and F75) to children admitted at the SC ;
• Participate in daily ward rounds in the SC ward with the medical team ;
• Ensure that all required observations, prescribed treatment and procedure are properly carried out and documented in the patients’ cards ;
• Mentor the nutrition assistant staff and auxiliary nurses to manage patients with acute malnutrition as per protocol ;
• Train and mentor IRC nutrition staff and other key stakeholders in GMP, IYCF and IMAM; especially the OTP and SC staff ;
• Ensure the establishment of nutrition monitoring activities and train health staff in case detection and referral system ;
• Ensure timely reporting in accordance with set deadlines ;
• Monthly submission of CMAM report to the Nutrition manager ;
• Improve the provision of quality nutrition counseling in the hospital SC and Comprehensive care Clinic (CCC) and other entry points in the health programme in liaison with relevant IRC sectors ;
• Plan and Conduct continuous monitoring of the OTP and SC patient ;
• Participate in program strategic planning and roll-out of new program areas in liaison with key stakeholders and cooperating partners ;
• Adhere and uphold IRC code of conduct at respective work area .

Supervision and Leadership  :

• Directly supervise nutrition assistants and auxiliary nurses in SC and OTP sites ;
• Supervise and work in strict collaboration with the nutrition team in the screening activities of severely malnourished children ;
• Identify training gaps for the incentive staff and beneficiaries within nutrition program and communicate the same to the program manager.

Networking and Coordination :

• Ensure proper communication, coordination and harmonization of tools with the different stakeholders involved in food/nutrition activities ;
• Develop and coordinate the adherence and reporting of nutrition education sessions as per developed annual plan ;
• Monitor and supervise proper usage of essential drugs, medical supplies and nutrition therapeutic feeds such as F100, F75 and Resomal to avoid stock outs ;
• Create appropriate linkages and referral for nutrition activities ;
• Work closely with other health programs in spirit of integration for maximum output ;
• Attend all program implementation meetings .

Qualifications :

• Diploma in nursing ;
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya ;
• Possess at least three (3) years’ experience in implementing nutrition related activities in a busy hospital and community set up ;
• S/He must possess ability to analyze and interpret both quantitative and qualitative programmed data ;
• Must possess excellent planning and organizational skills ;
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision ;
• Must have cognate skills in computer applications ;
• MUST possess a high level of integrity and with good interpersonal skills ;
• Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions .

Required Experience :

• Qualification in nursing as KRCHN ;
• Addition nutrition training in CMAM/IMAM and MIYCN is an added advantage ;
• Strong communication skills, oral, written and presentation ;
• Previous experience in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya ;
• Previous experience working in insecure contexts ;
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations ;
• Strong background in humanitarian projects ;
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, E- mail, out look ;
• Should be a team player and culturally sensitive .

Please make sure to include copy of Certificate of Good Conduct in your application.

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.  International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector. 

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Disclaimer :

Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the event that you receive any request for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730, Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.