OST Medical Nurse

Date Posted: Oct 05, 2023

Job Detail

Location:

Herat, Nimruz
Company:

Youth Health and Development Organization (YHDO)
Type:

Full Time/Permanent
Shift:

Rotating Days
Career Level:
Positions:

4
Vacancy number:

548
Experience:

2 Year
Gender:

Male
Salary:

As per Company salary scale
Degree:

Bachelors
Apply Before:

Oct 12, 2023

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About Youth Health and Development Organization (YHDO)

About Youth Health and Development Organization (YHDO):

YHDO is a non-governmental and non-for-profit organization established in 2009, registered with ministry of economy in Afghanistan. YHDO works with interdisciplinary professionals to develop and implement innovative, culturally appropriate, evidence based interventions.

Job Description

Responsibilities

The scope of work for medical nurses in the OST program includes but is not limited to:

Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of the patient's medical history, drug use, and overall health to determine eligibility for OST.
Medication Administration: Administer advised oral substitution medications in a safe and controlled manner, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
Nursing services: provide nursing services including injections, bandages, vaccinations, and vital signs, attend the night duty.
Monitoring: Monitor patients' progress and response to treatment, including physical well-being. Adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Patient Education: Provide education to patients on the benefits and potential side effects of OST, as well as harm reduction strategies.
Collaboration: Collaborate with MDs, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, including medication administration and progress notes.
Crisis Intervention: Be prepared to respond to emergencies or crisis situations, including overdose management.
The medical nurses in the OST program will report directly to the Medical Director

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements:

Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a valid license to practice.
Experience: At least 2 years of experience providing addiction treatment, preferably in an OST setting
Training and certification in addiction medicine, OST, HIV, and a relevant field
Familiarity with OST guidelines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a non-judgmental and empathetic approach.

Skills Required

Submission Guideline:

Please indicate the Position Title, province name and Vacancy Number in subject of your email and application, otherwise your application will not be considered

Please send your CV and application to : recruitmentyhdo@gmail.com

Submission Email:

recruitmentyhdo@gmail.com

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