Senior Clinical Nurse

Position:

Organization: Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia (hfe)

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Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia (HFE) is a pioneering organization dedicated to the prevention and treatment of obstetric fistula and related maternal health issues. Founded on compassion and excellence, HFE strives to restore health and dignity to women across Ethiopia through treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation programs. Including our main Fistula Hospital in Addis Ababa, we have 5 regional hospitals, a rehabilitation and reintegration center, and the Hamlin College of Midwives.

Mandatory: Applicants must indicate their preferred location or Place of Work (Yirgalem Hamlin Fistula Center at Sidam Region or Addis Ababa Hamlin Fistula Hospital at Addis Ababa) under Applicant Information Section. If not indicated it will be automatically rejected.

Vacancy Information

Job Title or Position:  Senior Clinical Nurse       

Reports to : The Matron

Mode of Employment : Full time

Salary : As per the scale of the organization

Number of Candidates : Three for Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital and One for Yirgalem Hamlin Fistula Center 

Gender : Female

Announcement Date : October 30, 2025

Deadline for Application : 7 consecutive days from the date of announcement

This position provides professional nursing services to optimize patient care in medical OPDS and wards. In this role, the nurse works closely with doctors, specialists, and other care providers to deliver day-to-day activities, short- and long-term care to patients. Nurses aid patients from the moment they enter the OPD by collecting patient information, supporting patient evaluation, administering treatments and medications as needed, and educating patients.

Major Duties and Responsibilities of a Clinical Nurse:

  1. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for the day-to-day management of the clinical care delivered to the patients, such as making daily rounds, recording, and reporting progress in the nursing note.

  2. Will also conduct preliminary tests such as monitoring patients’ vital signs, blood pressure, and respiratory checks, and do other assessments as required to detect anomalies

  3. Work closely with patients throughout the intake process to help doctors in the treatment process, such as asking patients questions about current symptoms, medical histories, and medications to provide doctors with a complete understanding of a patient’s current medical needs and background. 

  4. A clinic nurse may prepare equipment or other instruments for a doctor or assist with procedures during a patient’s stay. 

  5. This aspect of the role requires a clinic nurse to rapidly shift between tasks and duties depending on where doctors need the most assistance

  6. Provide direct care to patients, including administering medication or treatments, changing the dressing on a wound, applying topical treatments, or administering medication via intravenous methods or direct injection.

  7. Follow up with patients to determine whether courses of treatment are effective and assess patients during follow-up appointments.

  8. Contribute to successful long- and short-term treatment through careful observation of patients on initial and follow-up visits. 

  9. May take note of changes in a patient’s overall health, recovery progression, and reactions to treatment, updating patient records to reflect new information.

  10. Report any problems or potential issues that they observe directly to the doctors.

  11. Also, ensure that facilities are clean and prevent the spread of disease by sanitizing and maintaining equipment. 

  12. Follow proper disposal procedures for potentially hazardous materials, including needles and tubing, and clean equipment that is used by multiple patients within the facility.

  13. Interact with patients throughout the day and often liaise between patients, doctors, and patient representatives like family members.

  14. Need to adhere to privacy laws to maintain patient confidentiality, and often need to provide family members and other care providers with information about patient health and well-being.

  15. Perform patient intake and assessment, which includes measuring patient health and wellness, both through direct observation and by conducting medical tests and evaluations

  16. Experience with providing care to patients is a necessity since clinic nurses treat illnesses and injuries and administer medication under the direction of doctors and other care providers

  17. As a care caregiver, responsible for observing and examining patients closely to come up with an accurate diagnosis of their illness and health condition.

  18. Administer treatment to patients based on findings from their diagnosis and assess the effectiveness of the treatment administered to patients.

  19. To help patients recover faster, the nurse works with their loved ones and family members to identify things that appeal more to patients and make them respond to treatment faster.

  20. As one with an open mind to patient recovery, work with other healthcare providers to come up with the best treatment techniques they need to get better.

  21. He/she makes it a priority to always be current and updated about the latest developments and discoveries available to make immense contributions in the organization he/she works for.

  22. Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate high standards of nursing care. 

  23. Promote a welcoming, caring, and safe environment for clients and their families.

  24. Adhere to safety standards and precautions. 

  25. Assessing patients before surgery and alleviating their concerns

  26. Evaluate the patient in the pre- and postoperative phases

  27. Gives oral and written reports of pertinent information to oncoming staff.

  28. Prepares and administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

  29. Accurately observes, reports, and records any complication.

  30. Be aware of the five rights (right medication, right patient, right route, right dose, and right time).

  31. Demonstrates flexibility in recognizing and participating in 24-hour staffing if needed.

  32. Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Health of HFE.

  33. Performs other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Job Requirements

Education Requirement: 

  • BSc degree in Clinical Nursing   from recognized Institute

Work Experience

  • 5 to 10  years in clinical Practice as a clinical Nurse

Key competencies and professional expertise required:

  • Attention to detail- This role requires a high level of attention to detail as a clinic nurse listens to patient complaints, observes changes in their health, and provides treatment information to other care providers

  • Critical Thinking – They also respond to changing patient circumstances and to do so, are skilled at rapidly assessing situations and making critical decisions about patient care

  • Communication Skills – Because they speak directly to patients and provide vital information to doctors and patient representatives, the clinic nurse must be an effective communicator.

  • Responsible for handling patient care by working in an interdisciplinary team

  • Motivated and dedicated learner with good problem-solving skills

  • Exceptional time management and resource management skills

  • Possess acute care skills for working effectively with critically ill patients

  • Determined, hardworking, and highly motivated individual

  • Preparing reports on patient condition after examining, assessing, and evaluating the emotional condition of patients.

  • Punctual, dedicated, and ever ready to work in flexible and rotating shifts as per the requirement.

  • Thorough knowledge of the medical equipment and administering medications and treatments

  • Proficient in maintaining the clinical database and records considered important in the treatment.

  • Committed to delivering results using ethical work standards, as well as strong analytical skills.

How To Apply

Interested applicants are required to fill the following Vacancy Form template carefully and submit it through mail/ Email: hr@hamlinfistula.org to the Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia Human Resources Management Department within /7/seven consecutive days of this announcement. 

Other than the following template [ template ]

, other form of Application Submission including any attachment is not accepted.

NB: Please Note That Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted and required to submit copies of their non-returnable application CV in hard copy in Person.

Job Requirements BSc Degree in Clinical Nursing or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Will also conduct preliminary tests such as monitoring patients’ vital signs, blood pressure, and respiratory checks, and do other assessments as required to detect anomalies - Work closely with patients throughout the intake process to help doctors in the treatment process, such as asking patients questions about current symptoms, medical histories, and medications to provide doctors with a complete understanding of a patient’s current medical needs and background.  How to Apply Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: hr@hamlinfistula.org

Deadline: Nov 7, 2025, 12:00 AM

Location: , Yirgalem Sidam Region or Addis Ababa

Amount: 1

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