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MSF Nurse Job Opening – Maiduguri
Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-France)
Position: Nurse
Location: Gwange Pediatric Hospital, Maiduguri, Borno State
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Opening Date: May 16, 2025
Closing Date: May 23, 2025
About MSF
Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) is an international, not-for-profit humanitarian organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in distress, irrespective of race, religion, or political affiliation.
Main Purpose of the Role
To provide nursing care, treatment, and follow-up to patients according to doctor’s prescriptions and MSF protocols, ensuring high-quality, continuous care.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Medical Support
- Follow universal hygiene and infection prevention protocols.
- Assist with consultations, medical rounds, and treatments.
- Educate patients and families on health practices.
- Identify and refer victims of Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
- Triage patients and provide emergency care when needed.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate patient records and statistics.
- Ensure proper handovers between shifts.
- Participate in pharmacy inventories and stock control.
Equipment & Supplies
- Ensure functionality of biomedical equipment.
- Organize and maintain care materials and stock.
- Supervise cleaning and sterilization practices.
Supervision & Training
- Train and supervise nurse assistants, cleaners, and related staff.
- Work collaboratively with medical and support teams.
Gwange Pediatric Hospital Specifics
Nurses may rotate across units:
Triage, ER, ICU, Isolation, Orange, Yellow, Observation.
Expectations:
- Strictly follow MSF admission and infection control protocols.
- Maintain smooth patient flow and hygiene standards.
- Daily medical rounds and proper implementation of treatments.
- Participate in immunization awareness and lifestyle education.
Requirements
Education:
- Essential: Recognized nursing diploma or degree.
- Desirable: BSc in Nursing.
Experience:
- Preferred: Minimum 2 years, ideally in NGO or hospital settings.
- Supervisory experience an advantage.
Languages:
- Essential: English, Hausa, Kanuri (oral and written).
Competencies:
- Teamwork & Cooperation
- Behavioral Flexibility
- Results Orientation
- Commitment to MSF Principles
- Stress Management
Contract Details
- 208 working hours per month
- Includes 13th-month allowance equivalent to 1 month's gross salary
- Strict policy against dual employment
How to Apply
Submit your cover letter, CV, and certificates via the link below:
Apply Now
Or scan the QR code provided in the official vacancy post.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
- MSF does not request any payment or favor at any recruitment stage.
- Any conflict of interest (e.g., family working with MSF) must be disclosed.
Stay informed. Stay professional. Apply before the deadline: May 23, 2025.
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