Position Title: Migration Health Nurse
Duty Station: Zagreb, Croatia
Classification: General Service staff, Grade G5
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term Graded Contract
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:
- Internal candidates
- Qualified applicants from the EU countries
- External female candidates
Under the technical supervision of the Regional Nurse, and coordinated direct supervision of the Head of Office and Senior Operations Assistant, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Zagreb, Croatia.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC), to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
a) Medical examinations such as (i) checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity and (ii) blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
b) Imaging
c) Laboratory testing
d) Vaccinations
e) TB management
f) Treatment and referrals
g) Pre-departure procedures and medical movements
h) Documentation, certification and information transmission
i) Other technical areas as may be required
2. Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
- The migration health assessment process; and
- Treatments and referrals
3. Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
- Comprehensive history taking
- Accurate and thorough Biodata collection
- Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and
- Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing
4. Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC
5. Verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location
6. Maintain and monitor the MHAC pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the MHAC and for medical escorts if applicable
7. Provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on TB or HIV education, prevention and management as appropriate
8. Prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary
9. Support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable
10. Assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary
11. Perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination)
12. Maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal IOM departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other UN agencies or NGO’s and others as applicable
13. Collect statistical information and share with the Senior Migration Health Nurse or CMHO as per preset and agreed upon format
14. Perform other duties as may be assigned