Ensure and conduct the medical consultations with full history taking, clinical examination and provide a diagnosis and prescribe treatment accordingly following the protocols and universal precautions
Explain clearly the diagnosis and treatment to the patient and make sure that the patients comply with the treatment
Request for a 2nd evaluation of the patient when needed
Provide individual health promotion during consultations
Delegate the treatment care (distribution of drugs, injections, dressings…) to the Nurse assistant
Manage and report any suspected communicable disease case according to Premiere Urgence Internationale’s protocols and national Disease Surveillance guidelines
Execute any action requested by the PM, DPM, or Medical Coordinator as part of the outbreak response plan
Actively participate in the good cohesion and coordination of the team
Record in a readable manner the health status and medical prescription
Participate in the follow-up of the waste management according to the waste management procedures
Collaborate with other departments as needed to ensure smooth implementation and integration of services.
Participate in any other activities such as vaccination, and survey according to the needs and as directed.
Maintain the working environment in a clean and presentable state.
Management of an Efficient Referral System:
Manage the emergency and electives referral cases according to the referral protocol by facilitating the logistics including transportation means, appointments with specialists, laboratory tests, etc. in collaboration with the OPT supervisor
Follow up on the referred cases, and check the outcome
Ensuring appropriate follow-up care has been given and taking appropriate action if further care is needed
Identify and refer patients who need mental health consultation
Medical Data Collection and Reporting:
Record accurately and in a readable manner, the clinical case management on the patient health card (history taking, physical examination, treatment, investigation, etc.), and patient registration book
Ensure an accurate daily use and tracking of epidemiological data
Participate actively in the early warning system and the outbreak response plan
Collect general information about the people’s living conditions
Participate in the assessment of health needs
Participate in the weekly medical statistic report in collaboration with the OPT supervisor and the deputy program manager
Ensure an oral handover at every team changeover, draw attention to any notable events during the shift
Report to the supervisor any problem especially the gap/loss/robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines or any patient and organizational issue.
Inform the direct supervisor of the various needs.
Internal and External Representation:
Participate in any training in order to improve the quality and efficiency of nursing care and duties
