Ncd Nurse

Main Purpose: Assist the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Team providing: triage for all NCD patients assessment of clinical stability independent prescription of ongoing NCD medications for selected patients, in agreement with the NCD team and according to MSF policies, protocols and universal standards Accountabilities: General Ensure patients are properly received and installed in the health service. Ensure triage of patients in waiting areas and during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care when necessary and referring them to the doctor. Respect medical secret and confidentiality Monitoring patients throughout the whole intervention. Implement and follow at all times hygiene rules, procedures and protocols, as well as look after the integrity of triage material (decontamination, sterilisation, storage conditions, etc.) and other equipment, in order to ensure the safety and protection of patients and other staff. Knows accidental blood exposure policy and procedure and implements them when necessary. Collaborate with other staff and departments within the project (responding to accident & emergency department requests, intervening in support of other services when needed, etc.), in order to support the overall MSF project with his/her expertise and capabilities. When applicable train other medical staff Specific If patients are suitable for Nurse Consultation, assess as per guidelines and prescribe medication refill based on criteria set by MSF. Carry-out admission, monitoring and follow-up of patients meaning assessment of their health state evolution, and identification of emergency situation or any deterioration, Participate in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary Carry-out and supervise administrative procedures and documents (fill in patients files, forms, consumptions, statistics, etc.), ensure an appropriate written/oral handover Report to the medical doctor any problematic situations and cases that may arise. Fill in all necessary registers and health files, participate in data collection and keep doctors/supervisors informed Competencies: Results Teamwork Flexibility Commitment Service