Organization: International Medical Corps (IMC)
Location: Damboa, Borno State
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Closing Date: Not Specified (Rolling Basis)
POSITION OVERVIEW
International Medical Corps (IMC) is seeking a dedicated Nutrition Nurse to join our emergency response team in Damboa. The principal objective of this role is to manage acute malnutrition as part of basic health services in alignment with national and international guidelines. You will be responsible for the nutritional rehabilitation of admitted children, treating medical complications associated with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), and providing life-saving therapeutic care to prevent further deterioration.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Clinical & Therapeutic Management
- In-Patient Care: Manage the stabilization of children with SAM, ensuring comprehensive medical examinations, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications according to protocols.
- Therapeutic Feeding: Ensure timely preparation and administration of appropriate therapeutic feeds (F-75, F-100) and specialized medicines.
- Protocols: Adhere strictly to national and international protocols for drug administration (antibiotics, antimalarials, etc.) and malnutrition management.
2. Monitoring & Documentation
- Daily Assessments: Carry out daily nutritional status monitoring of severely malnourished children.
- Reporting: Compile statistical data (admission, default, cured, absent, death) and draft activity reports.
- Records Management: Update patient files to track progress and prepare records for daily ward rounds.
3. Counseling & Capacity Building
- Education: Provide nutrition counseling and health education to mothers and caretakers in the Stabilization Center (SC).
- Technical Support: Provide support to staff in the Outpatient Therapeutic Program (OTP) regarding complications associated with SAM.
4. Logistics & Supply Chain
- Stock Management: Ensure adequate availability and pre-positioning of drugs and nutrition supplies.
- Inventory: Maintain accurate supply consumption reports.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
- Qualification: Registered Nurse with a Degree in Nursing from a recognized institute.
- Licensing: Must possess a valid and current practicing license.
Experience & Skills
- Relevant Background: Over two (2) years of professional experience in CMAM (Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) and IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding) programs.
- Communication: Fluent in English and local languages spoken in Damboa; strong oral and written communication skills.
- Resilience: Extremely flexible and able to cope with high-stress situations and culturally sensitive environments.
- Tech: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and email.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via the IMC online recruitment portal.
International Medical Corps never asks for fees during the recruitment process.
Success Blueprint: Nutrition Nurse (IMC Damboa)
Working in a Stabilization Center (SC) in Damboa requires more than just nursing skills; it requires specialized knowledge in the “CMAM” framework and the ability to work in a high-pressure humanitarian environment.
1. Highlight “CMAM” and “IYCF” Mastery
The job description explicitly asks for 2 years of experience in CMAM and IYCF.
- The Strategy: Your CV should prominently feature your experience in treating “Severe Acute Malnutrition with Medical Complications.”
- Key Terms: Use phrases like “Admission/Discharge criteria,” “Anthropometric measurements,” “Appetite tests,” and “Stabilization Center (SC) protocols.”
2. Clinical Precision with Therapeutic Feeds
Feeding is medicine in this role.
- The Task: Managing F-75 and F-100 therapeutic milk.
- Pro-Tip: In your interview or cover letter, demonstrate your knowledge of the different phases of treatment (Stabilization Phase, Transition Phase, and Rehabilitation Phase). Explain how you monitor for “Refeeding Syndrome” or “Fluid Overload.”
3. Data Integrity and Reporting
IMC relies on accurate “Statistical Data” (cured rates, death rates, default rates) to measure program success.
- Focus: Discuss your experience in compiling Monthly Nutrition Reports. If you are familiar with the NIS (Nutrition Information System) or health facility registers used in Borno State, mention it.
4. Cultural Sensitivity in Damboa
Damboa is a sensitive location with specific community dynamics.
- Soft Skills: Highlight your experience in providing Nutrition Counseling to mothers in a culturally appropriate manner. Being a “team player” who can communicate in the local language (Hausa/Kanuri) is a major advantage for counseling success.
5. Resilience in Stressful Situations
The role is described as “Extremely flexible” and needing the ability to “cope with stressful situations.”
- Strategy: Give a brief example of a time you worked in a high-volume clinic or a conflict-affected area and how you maintained your focus on patient care despite the environment.
6. Final Application Checklist
- [ ] License Check: Is your Nursing License current? State this clearly on your CV.
- [ ] Degree Verification: Ensure your Degree in Nursing is from an accredited institute.
- [ ] IMC Values: IMC values “Commitment and Understanding of Aims.” Mention your passion for humanitarian work in your summary.
- [ ] No Specified Deadline: Because the deadline is “Not Specified,” this means they are likely hiring on a rolling basis. Apply today.
You are the front line of survival for malnourished children. Apply with compassion and clinical rigor.