Job Specifications:
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Either a Diploma in Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) , a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Bachelor of Science in Public Health or an equivalent field
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Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and present a valid practicing license
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Two (2) years of continuous clinical experience with ANC, Maternity and Rural health experience.
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At least two (1) years’ prior experience conducting clinical research including maternal health clinical trials
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Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection Training certificates is an added advantage
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Experience and skills needed: Strong maternal health clinical skills, high accuracy and attention to detail, proficiency in Redcap or electronic data systems, excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Pre-screening and screening potentially eligible participants to volunteer for participation in clinical research studies
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Obtain informed consent and ensure participant rights, safety and confidentiality are safeguarded
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Conduct scheduled study visits and perform required clinical assessments
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Perform retinal imaging (fundoscopy) ensuring quality and protocol adherence
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Perform/support laboratory and point-of-care tests (e.g., FBC, OGTT)
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Enter and manage study data in REDCap accurately and in real time ensuring the highest level of quality and integrity are maintained
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Maintain source documents and respond to data queries promptly
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Schedule participants upcoming visits as per study schedules and actively follow up participants to ensure retention
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Identify high-risk cases and facilitate timely referral and clinical care
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Ensure protocol adherence and report adverse events or deviations
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Maintain study equipment and ensure availability of supplies
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Participate in trainings, monitoring visits, and routine study meetings
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Work with community health promoters and peer leaders to effectively mobilize potential participants for clinical research studies
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Maintain appropriate study logs including screening, training and reimbursement logs
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Perform quality control and quality assurance activities as guided by site SOPs and Quality Management Plans
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Perform any other relevant clinical or research duties as assigned by the Hub research team