Nurses

About Afghan Women Rights Organization (AWRO):

Afghan Women Rights Organization (AWRO) is a national, non-profit, non-political organization working to promote the rights and well-being of Afghan vulnerable populations through initiatives in livelihoods, health, nutrition, education, food security and other humanitarian responses. AWRO has successfully implemented multiple humanitarian projects across Afghanistan, with a strong focus on community engagement, inclusion, and sustainability.

Job Description:

The Health and Nutrition Nurses will provide integrated primary healthcare and nutrition services, including screening, treatment, and counseling, with a focus on maternal and child health and prevention of malnutrition, and support the medical doctors and midwives with related health and nutrition activities and services.

TOR:

The Nurse will carry out the following tasks, including but not limited to:

• Conduct general health assessments and basic triage of patients.
• Administer first aid and basic medical treatment as per protocols.
• Support the team in screening for malnutrition, particularly among children and PLW.
• Assist in the management of mild cases of malnutrition and referrals.
• Support the administration of vaccines under the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI).
• Monitor for and report adverse reactions to vaccines.
• Assist midwives and medical doctors in the delivery of maternal health services.
• Educate mothers and caregivers on Breastfeeding techniques, Newborn care, Personal hygiene practices
• Provide health counseling to mothers and caregivers as needed.
• Manage mild to moderate health conditions, ensuring timely care and follow-up.
• Monitor and support care for patients with chronic illnesses.
• Assist in the management of acute malnutrition cases under the guidance of nutrition specialists.
• Enforce and adhere to infection prevention and control (IPC) measures at all times.
• Assist in screening for infectious diseases and report suspected cases.
• Participate in community health education activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and reports.
• Provide emergency care in cases of acute illness or injury.
• Participate in public health emergency response when needed.
• Assist the teams with documenting the registration and treatment of patients
• Any other tasks as related to the position or assigned by the supervisor

 Job Requirements:

• Diploma degree in in nursing, public health, nutrition, or related field
• At least one year of work experience preferably in humanitarian and emergency settings
• Ability to provide basic clinical care from common illnesses, conduct nutrition screening, support management of SAM and MAM
• Knowledge of IYCF, MNCH, immunization, IPC, and national treatment protocols and health guidelines

Submission Guideline:

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their updated CV and a cover letter as a single Word document, clearly stating the position title and vacancy number (Nurses - AWRO-AHF-39214-A16) in the subject line, Applications without this subject line will not be considered for the next step of the recruitment process.

To: Email: hr@awro.org.af