Ward Nurses at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Maiduguri Sub-Delegation is looking for a qualified candidate with the capacity to work independently to fill in the vacant position of:

Job Title: Ward Nurse

Location: Maiduguri

Main Responsibilities

• Daily organisation of the wards, intensive Care Unit and accident and emergency room In supported hospital, followed by a whiten plan of action and weekly evaluation report with recommendations.
• Trains the hospital nurses to approve their skills in management of trauma patients according to ICRC protocols
• Ensures accurate reporting and statistics of the activities in the wards
• Ensures the right quantity of medicine, consumable, instrument and equipment are available for daily ward activities
• Actively participates in the development of mass casualty management plan for the hospital, coach the hospital nurses during mass casualty management exercises

Required Qualifications

• Registered experienced Ward Nurse with at least three years clinical experience in a Trauma Hospital.
• Up to date knowledge and skits in surgical nursing procedures arid general nursing skills
• Previous working experience with an International Medical Organization will be an asset
• Management experience in acute surgical care wits (ER, OT, ICU)
• Fluent in Hausa, Kanuri and very good command in written and spoken English Excellent knowledge of Nigerian health system
• Excellent analytical arid communication skills
• Able to use Microsoft office efficiently
• Team leadership skills, with interest in teaching and facilitation of the learning process
• Experience working with an international Organization is an asset.

Desired Personal Skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Team leadership and good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with a sense of initiative
• Strong sense of responsibility and adaptability, able to work over time when needed

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2015

Method of Application
Interested and qualified should send application letter, curriculum vitae, and contact details of three referees to:

The Administrator ICRC Maiduguri Office,
House no. 7 Bifam Road Off Circular Road (Damboa Junction),
GRA Maiduguri
Borno State

Or
ICRC Abuja,
31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.

Note:

• Please clearly indicate "Operation Theatre Nurse Maiduguri" on your envelope
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.