United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI)
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Vacancy No.: 095/2013
Post Title: Nurse
Organizational Unit: Medical Services
VA Date: 21 October 2013
Deadline: 04 November 2013
Level: GL-5
Location: UNAMI, Erbil
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
- Attend the medical clinic on a full time basis and on call during and outside office hours 24/7 as and when required;
- Maintain the medical clinic in good order and keep the inventory of medical supplies, equiment up to date;
- Respond to emergency calls and assist medical officers in providing adequate care, ensure effective liaison between patient and private doctors, paramedics, family members and colleagues;
- Perform ECG and other routine medical exams as required;
- Assess needs of clients visiting the clinic, provide care and advise (eg benefit of preventive medicine) accordingly or facilitate referral to the UN medical doctor or to an outside physician;
- Assist the medical officer when performing minor surgeries and other opeartive procedures;
- Maintain high quality of sterilization techniques when assisting in surgeries;
- Maintains proper documentation in the staff members' medical files as well as the electronic medical records such as nurses notes, vaccinations, incident reports and reports on work-related illnesses/injuries;
- Proactively participates in health promotion activities by advising patients on different issues related to physical and mental health;
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients' medical records;
- Perform other related duites as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Registered Professional Nurse who is a graduate of either an accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing Programme or an accredited Diploma Programme (3 years). A certificate in CPR or Basic Life Support is an asset.
Work Experience:
A minimum of five years of progressive clinical experience in nursing. Additional experience in emergency care or occupational medicine, first aid provider training is desirable.
Languages:
Good knowledge of oral and written English, Arabic and Kurdish is essential. IT Skills: Proficiency in computer software applications (Ms Word, Excel, Lotus Notes).
UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES
Professionalism: Knowledge of clinical and occupational nursing, formal training in CPR and emergency medical care. Knowledge of major medical office equipment and ability to use them in emergency situations. Knowledge of basic diagnostic equipment and ability to use them. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork:
Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.
Planning & Organizing:
- Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required;
- allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
- monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
- uses time efficiently.
Client Orientation:
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect;
identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions;
keeps clients informed of progress, and meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates should complete the attached United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and forward it electronically at the following email address: unami-staffing@un.org
Please indicate the post and vacancy number you are applying for. Incomplete P.11s will not be processed. Women candidates are encouraged to apply, and in the selection process, preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates. Only applicants who are short-listed will receive an acknowledgement within two weeks from the deadline for submission of applications.
The necessity for ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity remain the paramount considerations in the employment of personnel. To ensure fairness and transparency, selection will be made on a competitive basis through a selection panel.
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