Program Coordinator, CURE Neuro job at CURE International Children's Hospitals | Apply Now

Follow up of patients

• Maintain knowledge and documentation of the patient’s status until a minimum of 12 months’ post operation

• Follow up on any missed post-op appointments, and aim to see that child is evaluated in the most optimal manner possible

• Communicate as a liaison between the patient/families and the CSF and team and other potential resources as needed and as the family allows

• Capture stories of impact with appropriate permission and provide to CURE Neuro

Spiritual Support, Counseling and Sensitization of Patients

• Provide spiritual support, counseling, guidance, education and “whole childcare” to patients / families through care points (e.g. ward visits, clinic visits, phone calls and home visits)

• Manage CURE Neuro counselor based at Mulago National Referral Hospital, Kampala

• Identify relevant, vetted resources for patients and families with hydrocephalus, spina bifida and other neuro-disabilities.

• Conduct caregiver sessions under the guidance of CURE Neuro and with permission by MNRH

Support Mulago Neurosurgeon in Management of Patients

• Coordinate with the Neurosurgeon and team to gather timely and accurate surgical and patient data for purposes of patient outcomes, follow up and report to CURE Neuro

• Ensure that ETV kit is utilized for its purpose and report any replacements/repairs of the ETV Reporting

• Ensure that surgical and patient data and reports are submitted to the CURE Neuro program on a monthly basis, or more frequently as requested

• Maintain consistent communication with CURE Neuro on program status

• Maintain duty of utmost care, confidentiality and professionalism while dealing with patients, their caregivers and while handling patient’s data

Continuous Professional Development Activities

• Attend all CURE Neuro calls and capacity building trainings in accordance with CURE Neuro

• Maintains records that provide evidence of Continuous professional development

• Identifies and pursues continuing professional development activities in line with their position and maintains professional records that provide evidence of activities completed

• Works with one's supervisor to guide in mentorship and coaching for continual professional growth.

Occupational Health & Safety function

• Following & complying with H&S policies, processes & applying them to your own work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required

• Participating in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-being in the workplace Identifying, reporting & self-managing hazards where appropriate