Posting Title: Chief Nurse, P-3
Job Code Title: CHIEF NURSE
Duty Station: MULTIPLE

Responsibilities:
Within limited delegated authority, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring smooth day to day functioning of the walk-in-clinic at the UN Medical Facility and arrange appointments for medical exams of mission personnel. Design and implement outreach programs for mission personnel. Liaise with local hospitals to secure treatment of staff in these facilities preventive and promotive medical programs. Conduct medical orientation for incoming mission staff.
Arrange first aid training for mission personnel. Prepare monthly medical reports. Medico
Administrative Duties: Assist the Chief Medical Officer in coordinating medical evacuations/repatriations Identify supplies and equipment requirements for the clinic and with approval of the Chief Medical Officer raise requisitions accordingly. Liaise with the Procurement Supply section for this. Provide support to the satellite clinics and ensure regular medical supplies.
Supervisory Duties: Supervise the nursing staff at mission headquarters and satellite clinics to ensure smooth functioning of the clinic. Assist the Chief Medical Officer in preparing Performance Appraisal Reports of nursing staff in the clinic. Ensure periodic upgrading of medical skills of nursing staff. Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge and experience in clinical nursing.
Planning and Organising: Ability to establish priorities and to plan and coordinate own work plan.
Commitment to continuous learning: Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new skills in the nursing field.
Technology Awareness: Knowledge of relevant medical software packages.
Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Communication: Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively.

Education: Registered Nurse who is a graduate of either an accredited Baccalaureate Nursing Program (University) or an accredited Diploma Program (4 years). Certificates in ECG, CPR or Basic Life Support is an asset.
Work Experience: At least 5 years of experience in the general nursing/intensive care with some experience in health administration. Experience of UN peace keeping operations and familiarity with relevant UN administrative policies and procedures is highly desirable.
Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English or French; knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage and sometimes a requirement. Fluency in the local language may be essential.