JOB SUMMARY
The Nursing Assistant will provide basic care and support to patients under the supervision of nurses or other medical staff in a variety of settings, such as camps, clinics, hospitals or mobile units.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
- MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating and hygiene.
- Measure and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, CCMU, weight, and respiration.
- Assist in medical procedures, such as wound care, dressing changes, catheterization, vaccinations, referrals, and specimen collection
- Report any changes or concerns regarding the patient’s condition or behavior to the nurse or supervisor.
- Provide emotional and social support to patients and their families.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Follow infection control and safety protocols.
- Participate in health education and promotion activities
- Order necessary medical and non-medical items from medical stock under the supervision of the supervisor.
- Maintain stock of medical and non-medical items.
- Complete and maintain all medical forms/tools as instructed.
- Assist in cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment and instruments under the supervision of a supervisor.
- Adapting to different and difficult working contexts and conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed herein are representative of the nature and volume of the work assigned and are not necessarily exhaustive.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Hold a BEPC diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of state-approved nursing assistant training program and certification where applicable
- Have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
- Have a basic knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Have a compassionate and respectful attitude towards patients and their needs
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills
- Have flexibility and willingness to work in different teams and environments
- Have cultural sensitivity and knowledge of humanitarian principles and values
- OTHERS
- Security:
Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies;
- Ethical Conduct of IMC Staff :
International Medical Corps maintains a Code of Conduct Standards that governs the performance of its employees engaged in the award and administration of contracts. No employee, officer or agent shall participate in the selection, award or administration of a contract funded by donor funds if there is an actual or apparent conflict of interest. Such a conflict arises when the employee, officer or agent, an immediate family member, partner or organization that employs or is about to employ any of the parties listed above, has a financial or other interest in the company selected for the award. IMC officers, employees or agents shall not solicit or accept gratuities, favors or anything of monetary value from contractors or parties to subagreements. These standards provide for disciplinary action for violations of these standards by IMC officers, employees or agents.
- Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse:
Actively promote “PSEA” (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and among beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.
- Code of Conduct :
Depending on the position, the candidate is expected to promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of and adhere to International Medical Corps and donor compliance and ethics standards.
If in a supervisory position, you must model ethical behavior through your own conduct and monitoring the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct and Ethics; monitor compliance by those you supervise; apply the Code of Conduct and Ethics and International Medical Corps policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Policy on Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace, consistently and fairly; and support employees who, in good faith, raise questions or concerns.
- Safeguarding:
It is the shared responsibility and obligation of all staff to safeguard and protect the populations we work with, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding against the following behaviours by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect or abuse of children, adults at risk or LGBTI people; and any form of human trafficking. Staff are also responsible for preventing breaches of our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption or harassment. If you see, hear or become aware of any breach of the Code of Conduct and Ethics or the Safeguarding Policy, you have a duty to report it.
- Equal opportunities:
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status.
***International Medical Corps does not solicit any fees, payments, or other monetary transactions from job applicants. If you are the subject of a financial solicitation in connection with this recruitment, please contact International Medical Corps at:* www.InternationalMedicalCorps.ethicspoint.com .
How to apply
How to apply
Composition of the application file: CV and cover letter; Proof of diploma and training presented; Employment certificates relating to professional experience; 3 Professional references; Application files marked “Application for the position of Nursing Assistant” to International Medical Corps at the following email address camrecruitments@internationalmedicalcorps.org
NB: Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.
For the National Director and by delegation, the Human Resources Coordinator
