Enfermero/a Profesional
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an in-office/field-based professional nurse in Colombia to provide essential clinical health and reproductive services to vulnerable migrant populations.
- Role
- Enfermero/a Profesional
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Colombia (field-based with frequent travel)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a professional nurse to join their health program, focusing on community health promotion, disease prevention, and reproductive health services. The role involves providing comprehensive clinical care to vulnerable populations, including migrants, children, and pregnant women in both urban and rural settings. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality clinical documentation, managing medical supplies, and supporting community mobilization efforts. The nurse will play a critical role in delivering humanitarian health services while adhering to Colombian national health standards.
What you'll do
- Provide comprehensive daily clinical care to users at health service points.
- Ensure service quality according to Colombian Ministry of Health standards and IRC guidelines.
- Perform health promotion, disease prevention, and family planning counseling.
- Manage electronic medical records, RIPS, and public health notifications in SIVIGILA.
- Lead community mobilization activities and field assessments in intervention zones.
What it takes
- Professional Nursing degree with valid Rethus registration.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in obstetric care and clinical environments.
- Experience working with vulnerable populations and migratory flows.
- Certified in subdermal implant insertion, rapid testing (HIV/Syphilis/Hep B), and Basic/Advanced Life Support.
- Strong knowledge of AIEPI, IVE, and clinical care for gender-based violence survivors.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office and field-based role that requires frequent travel to urban and rural areas within the project's intervention municipalities.
What qualifications are strictly required for this role?
Candidates must have a professional nursing degree, valid Rethus registration, and at least two years of relevant experience in obstetric and clinical health care.
Are specific certifications required to apply?
Yes, applicants must hold valid certifications for subdermal implant insertion, rapid testing for HIV/Syphilis/Hepatitis B, and Basic/Advanced Life Support.
How is the compensation structured for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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