Research Assistant Nurse, IHD Office

Requirements

• A Degree/Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution
  
• Have a valid practice license with the Nursing Council of Kenya
  

Relevant Experience

• At least 2 years’ Maternal, newborn and child health work experience.
  
• Demonstrated competence in midwifery practice
  
• Experience in using computer or tablet-based applications for data collection (e.g Redcap)
  
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
  
• Willing to work in remote areas within Isiolo county.
  
• Previous experience in research, data collection, and participant recruitment in a pregnancy/birth cohort is desirable.
  
• Training in good clinical practice and research ethics is an added advantage.
  
• Should be fluent in English and Swahili. Speaking Borana is an added advantage.
  
• Experience in biological sample collection and handling (cord blood/placenta preferred) is an added advantage.
  

• Familiarize themselves with study protocols, SOPs, data collection tools, and informed consent procedures.
  
• Conduct maternal, newborn, and child health assessments, including ANC assessments, clinical evaluations, and monitoring of vital signs, growth parameters, and developmental milestones in accordance with the study protocol.
  
• Support normal deliveries in the maternity ward and work collaboratively with maternity staff to ensure smooth clinical and study operations.
  
• Collect, process, accurately record, and ensure proper storage of study data, biological samples (including cord blood and placental tissue), and study documents in line with SOPs.
  
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely reporting of adverse events, including maintaining complete raw data and records.
  
• Participate in and support community engagement activities, maintaining respectful, culturally sensitive communication to promote trust, retention, and adherence to study procedures.
  
• Provide regular updates on progress and challenges and submit timely reports on data collection and study activities.
  
• Comply with all ethical and regulatory requirements, including confidentiality, informed consent, and data handling guidelines.