Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 05 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) is a unique and innovative English language undergraduate institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders of Rwanda and East Africa. Students at RICA engage in curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities emphasizing Conservation Agriculture and One Health principles, oral and written communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
In an experiential learning environment, students develop the knowledge and experience necessary for a wide range of careers in agriculture. Students at RICA experience the six Enterprises including Dairy, Poultry and Swine, Food Processing, Row and Forage Crops, Vegetable and Fruit Crops, Irrigation and Mechanization.
The curriculum is designed to incorporate threads of Innovation, Conservation, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship. Communication, One Health Systems Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are woven throughout the curriculum.
All RICA graduates will be innovative problem solvers able to operate farms and ranches, start agribusinesses, assume management roles in cooperatives, NGOs, and other agricultural enterprises, serve their communities as extension agents and technical and policy experts, or assume positions of agricultural leadership in Rwanda.
POSITION: NURSE/COUNSELLOR

Position Overview
The RICA Nurse/Counselor will play a vital role in providing healthcare services with a focus on the mental and emotional well-being of students, faculty, and staff on RICA campus. This hybrid role combines nursing expertise with counseling skills to offer comprehensive care to patients in need of physical and emotional support. He/she will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients' medical needs while also providing emotional support, guidance, and counseling to address their mental health and emotional concerns.

ROLE PURPOSE:
The Nurse /counsellor will work to contribute to an improvement in the overall health of the targeted RICA population at the campus through the provision of quality services.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care:
• Provide primary healthcare services to students, faculty, and staff, including assessment, treatment, and referral for common illnesses and injuries.
• Conduct health assessments and triage patients to appropriate resources, ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions in collaboration with health team.
• Educate patients about side effects of medication,
• Perform counselling for students and staff, conduct mental health assessments and psychological evaluations.
• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support to patients in distress.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals when necessary.
• Prepare reports and summaries of patient progress for the healthcare team and regulatory agencies.
• Comply with all relevant legal and ethical standards of patient confidentiality and record-keeping.
Health Education and Promotion:
• Work with the health team to develop and implement health education programs and workshops to promote wellness and prevent illness.
• Offer guidance on health-related topics, lifestyle choices, and stress management.
• Contribute to public health initiatives and awareness campaigns within the RICA community.
Emergency Response:
• Respond to medical emergencies on campus, providing initial care including (Administer medicine,monitor vital signs, Perform minor operations, advise patients and their families, perform diagnostic tests, Start IV lines) and coordinate with external emergency services when necessary.
• Maintain and manage emergency equipment (Ex.Ambulance) and supplies in the RICA Clinic.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s Degree or Certificates in General Nursing.
• Registered Nurse (RN).
• 3‐5 years’ experience working as a medical nurse at the emergency department in a hospital or medical facility.

SKILLS,KNOWLEDGE,ANDABILITIES:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Knowledge of relevant health regulations and best practices in campus healthcare
• CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel) and writing/reading skills

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

• Fill the information required, upload and submit the documents in English to the link provided below.
• Cover Letter summarizing intent and suitability for the position.
• List of Recommenders with contact information.
• Kindly merge your Resume,CV ,Degree Certificate, and any other relevant documents into a single PDF file before uploading.
Application Link : https://rica.bamboohr.com/careers/116 

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