Migration Health Nurse

1. Perform daily nursing activities in the Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:

A. Medical examinations,

• Such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
• Blood, urine or sputum collection as required;

B. Imaging;

C. Laboratory testing;

D. Vaccinations; e. TB management;

F. Treatment and referrals;

G. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;

H. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,

I. Other technical areas as may be required.

2. Provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to: The migration health assessment process; and, Treatments and referrals.

3.Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:

• Comprehensive history taking;

• Accurate and thorough Bio-data collection;

• Ensuring ID verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,

• Keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.

4. Follow and implement the Health Assessment Programme’s check lists and SOP’s and maintain standard universal precautions within MHAC.