Clinical Nurse – Drop-In Center (DIC)

Job Purpose

The Clinical Nurse will deliver essential health services at the Drop-In Center (DIC), including clinical care, counseling, referrals, and health education. They will maintain high standards of professionalism and create a welcoming environment for all clients.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Provide medical care, including first aid and treatment for minor illnesses or injuries.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings for DIC clients.
• Counsel clients on reproductive health, mental health, HIV/AIDS prevention, and substance use.
• Dispense medications per prescriptions and provide usage guidance.
• Administer vaccinations, wound care, and other nursing procedures.
• Create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for all clients.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions on health, life skills, and preventive care.

  Coordination and Referrals

• Identify clients requiring specialized care and make timely referrals.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local healthcare facilities.
• Follow up on referrals to ensure clients receive appropriate care.

  Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate medical and service records.
• Prepare and submit regular activity reports.
• Manage inventory and ensure adequate supplies of medical and non-medical items.
• Collect and report data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

  Safeguarding and Crisis Management

• Respond effectively to health emergencies and crises.
• Uphold safeguarding measures, especially for vulnerable populations.
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in handling client information.

  Community Engagement

• Conduct outreach to promote DIC services.
• Foster relationships with community members, authorities, and partner organizations.

  Capacity Building

• Participate in relevant training to enhance skills.
• Share best practices and lessons learned with team
• members.

Qualifications

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Nursing or Health Officer from a recognized institution.
• Must be a licensed/registered nurse with a valid practicing certificate.

  Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in community-based or public health settings.
• Experience with key populations such as youth, women, or individuals living with HIV/AIDS is advantageous.
• ART training and experience are added advantages.

  Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in basic medical procedures and first aid.
• Strong interpersonal, counseling, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and substance abuse issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in [local language] and English (both written and spoken).

Key Attributes

• Empathy and non-judgmental service delivery approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic environments.

Working Conditions

• Based at the DIC, with occasional travel for outreach activities.
• May involve working evenings, weekends, or holidays, based on client needs.