Psychiatric Nurse

 The Psychiatric Nurse will be responsible for conducting essential daily nursing tasks in supported PHCs, as well as supporting PHCC Staff with mental health screening, assessment and case management.

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and develop a clear nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional state of beneficiaries
• Collaborate with the mental health team on the development and implementation of beneficiaries’ care plan Administer medications, including psychotropics, to beneficiaries and monitor side-effects
• Follow-up with the Psychiatrist in the case of adverse effects of psychotropic medications
• Ensure that all measures related to psychotropic medications are handled properly (availability of medication needed, dispensing, and reporting)
• Identify and report on gaps related to the management of psychotropic medications to the health officer/mental health officer
• Provide beneficiaries and their families with information and education on their mental health illness and recovery plan
• Provide appropriate psychosocial support to beneficiaries as per the mhGAP
• Make appropriate referrals to medical services when needed
• Intervene and de-escalate mental health emergencies and suicide crises
• Provide awareness sessions on several topics, such as, but not limited to, non-communicable diseases, IYCF, and waterborne diseases and hygiene
• Support the PHC with data entry
• Monitor the implementation of the project activities at the supported PHC and report problems, challenges and issues to the Health Officer/Mental Health Officer
• Hold a monthly meeting with the Health Officer/Mental Health Officer to follow up on the beneficiaries’ status
• Ensure timely reporting of the activities to the Health Officer/Mental Health Officer
• Perform other duties as required or assigned
• Knowledge of/willingness to build capacity and knowledge in mental health in complex emergencies is a plus (IASC guidelines, Psychological Fird Aid, mhGAP…)

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to adhere to ethical considerations and principles with regard to work with vulnerable populations.
• Self-motivated and initiative taker. 
• Good report writing skills.
• Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
• Dynamic personality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use.

Experience

• 2-5 years of work experience.
• Previous experience in a mental health setting is an advantage
• Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Stationed at the PHC, with visits to IOCC office when needed.