About This Role
This role places you at the intersection of rehabilitation and specialized eye care within a respected Ethiopian NGO. You will be responsible for direct patient management, from initial assessment through treatment and record-keeping, specifically within an eye care unit. It is ideal for a nurse who values structured clinical protocols and wants to apply their skills in a mission-driven, rehabilitation-focused setting rather than a high-volume general hospital.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The requirement for 3-5 years of experience and a renewed professional license signals that the employer expects independent clinical judgment and full competency in standard nursing procedures from day one. They are seeking a nurse who can work with minimal supervision in a specialized unit, not a recent graduate needing extensive training. The focus on “ensuring clients receive the right treatments” implies a need for meticulous attention to detail and strong patient assessment skills.
How to Approach This Application
Your application should highlight specific experience with eye care or surgical assisting, as this post involves working under the head of an eye care unit. Emphasize any familiarity with infection control protocols and patient record management, as these are central to the duties listed. Since Cheshire Ethiopia operates in the disability and rehabilitation sector, mentioning any experience with vulnerable populations or multidisciplinary care teams will strengthen your candidacy.
Who This Role Suits
This role is best suited for a mid-career nurse with a stable work history who is comfortable in a specialized, low-acuity clinical environment. Competition is moderate, as the position offers good professional structure within a reputable NGO, but the Sidama location may narrow the applicant pool.
Job Title :-Clinical Nurse
Work Unit: Eye Care unit
Immediate supervisor:- head of the Eye Care unit
License: Renewed Professional License
Salary: Based on the organization Salary Scale
Duty station:-Cheshire Ethiopia, Hawassa Rehabilitation Center
Job Summary:-
The clinical nurse is responsible for head of the Eye Care unit and provides direct patient care, performs initial assessments, and assists physicians with medical procedures. Monitors vital signs, administer medications, and maintain patient records while ensuring high standards of safety and infection control.
Specific duties and Responsibilities
- Ensures the clients receive the right treatments and interventions to get the best possible outcomes from medical care.
- Gathers client information by conducting physical examinations and asking questions
- Educates clients about self-care and lifestyle changes that can contribute to the success of a treatment.
- Monitors clients’ ongoing conditions and adjusting treatment plans as needed
- Updates client records and ensures that the information is accurate and kept private
- Performs other related duties given by his/her supervisor
Qualification:
- Bsc in Nursing or related and Diploma in Ophthalmic Nurse
Experience:
- 2 Years and above experience with practical skill in eye care service
How To Apply
Cheshire Ethiopia is an Ethiopian Resident Charity works on rehabilitation and development of persons with disability and invites qualified applicants for the following post:-
Cheshire Ethiopia encourages persons with disability and women to apply.
Interested applicants can apply in person with their CV and required documents at Cheshire Hawassa Rehabilitation Center with in 7 working days from the date of advertizment.
For further information you can call 0920716704
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