Job Opportunity: ART Nurse
Organization: (AHF Nigeria)
Locations: Nasarawa State & Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 12 May 2026
About the Organization
(AHF) is a leading global NGO delivering comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care services. In Nigeria, AHF works with the Federal Ministry of Health to expand access to quality healthcare and strengthen community-based interventions.
Job Summary
The ART Nurse will support the delivery of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) services at facility level, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered HIV care. The role involves clinical support, patient education, community linkage, and strengthening of prevention and treatment programs.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery
- Support clinicians in delivering quality ART, PMTCT, TB, and HIV prevention services
- Administer medications and carry out nursing procedures within scope of practice
- Perform phlebotomy and initiate IV treatments as required
- Ensure accurate patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation
Patient Care & Support
- Provide health education to patients and their families
- Promote adherence to treatment and retention in care
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information
- Report changes in patient condition promptly to medical team
Program Implementation
- Expand Provider-Initiated Testing and Counseling (PITC) services
- Strengthen referral and linkage systems within and outside the facility
- Support community HIV prevention programs and outreach activities
- Participate in operational research and program improvement initiatives
Team Collaboration & Reporting
- Participate in team meetings and case management discussions
- Support supervision of community program staff where required
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of services and reports
Additional Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Degree or diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification
- Valid RN/RM license
- Minimum of 3 years’ nursing experience
- At least 1 year experience in HIV/AIDS program implementation
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of Nigeria’s Minimum Prevention Package (MPP)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong clinical and patient care skills
Core Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of empathy and patient sensitivity
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to ethics and confidentiality in HIV care
- Good reporting and documentation skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- CV and Cover Letter (combined as one document)
Send to: globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org
Subject Line: ART Nurse – Preferred Location (Nasarawa or Akwa Ibom)
Deadline: 11:30 PM, 12 May 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity
AHF Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified professionals across all backgrounds.