AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AKF) is an international non-profit NGO based in Los Angeles, California, USA. AHF operates across 45 countries worldwide and has 1.5M+ patients in care, the majority of these being in Africa. AHF Africa comprises 13 country programs. AHF collaborates with the Governments of these countries through Ministries /Departments of Health (MOH) to provide cutting edge medicine and free HIV and AIDS services, including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings. The organisation now seeks to hire a highly competent, dynamic, and experienced person to fill the positions below.

STAFF NURSE – 11 POSITIONS
The positions are based at Ntungamo HC IV & Rwashamire HC IV in Ntungamo district, Masaka Hospital, Atutur Hospital & Kumi Hospital in Kumi district, Kanoni KC IV in Gomba district, Nakaseke Hospital, Mukujju HC IV in Tororo district, Pabbo HC ill in Amuru District & Namokora HC IV in Kitgum district, Ngora Freda Carr Hospital in Ngora district. This position provides quality care to patients in a health care setting. Assists the health care team and may act as a team leader within the scope of the practice guidelines. The holders of these positions will perform among others the foliowing duties.
• Provides skilled nursing procedures.
• Administers medication as ordered within the scope of practice of the licensee.
• Performs phlebotomy and/or initiates intravenous infusions as ordered (provided is certified)
• Attends and participates in team conferences, meetings, CMEs as required.
• May act as a team leader to assist with the provision and supervision of patient care.
• May supervise care given by other health workers e.g., HIV Medics, ART Aides, Maintenance workers, Interns, Phlebotomists etc.
• Charts notes and medication administration according to protocol.
• Provides patient and family education as directed by the clinical team.
• Exercises appropriate judgment and decision-making skill

Qualifications and Experience:
• Minimum of Diploma in nursing obtained from a reputable training institution.
• Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
• Additional qualification in HIV and AIDS counselling will be an added advantage
• Must have at least 3 years of experience providing similar services in a reputable health facility or organization.
• Hands on experience in HIV prevention, care, and management.