HIV/NCDs Integration Nurse

About OPHID

The Organization for Public Health Interventions and Development (OPHID) PVO 31/16 develops and implements innovative approaches and strategies to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services in Zimbabwe, by providing enhanced access for communities to comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment. OPHID, works with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) in implementing these interventions. OPHID is looking for suitably qualified and motivated individuals to fill the above-mentioned post.

Position Summary

The HIV & Non-Communicable Diseases Integration Nurse plays a pivotal role in the provision of Non-Communicable Disease services within Tongogara Refugee Settlement. Reporting to the Nurse in Charge, they are responsible for the provision of clinical services to ensure quality NCD care is provided to all Persons of Concern. Tasked with integrating HIV and NCD services, the nurse is competent in performing various procedures, including screening for HIV, Common Mental Disorders, Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus using standard Ministry of Health and Child Care tools. The HIV/NCD Integration nurse is also expected to implement a program to build the capacity of other healthcare workers in Tongogara Settlement to provide quality screening, referrals, and support for Common Mental Disorders.

Key Responsibilities

The HIV& Mental Health Integration Nurse will fulfill the following Key Performance Indicators: Provision of HIV and Mental Health Clinical Care Services; Enhancing the prevention, early detection, and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory diseases, and early cancer diagnosis; Providing psychosocial support to clients at risk of common mental disorders; Supporting the Technical Advisor in Capacity Building of Tongogara Staff on Mental Health Integration; Fostering Community Participation in Mental Health programs.

Qualifications 

Diploma/Degree in Nursing AND registered as a Registered General Nurse with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe; A Post basic qualification in Mental Health is an added advantage; Knowledge of the WHO mental Health Gap and Package of Essential Non-Communicable (PEN) Interventions are an advantage; At least 2 years’ experience working at working in HIV and mental health/NCD settings; Proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and online collaboration technologies.