Registered Nurse and Equivalent -US EFMs ONLY (All Agencies) – Vacant Summer 2024

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Closing Date: Aug 05, 2024

Salary: USD $53,043 /Per Year

Job Description

Duties

The incumbent serves as the post’s nurse with responsibilities that include the medical care of Mission employees and eligible family members under MED approved clinical guidelines, as well as maintenance and inventory of all medical equipment and supplies, implementation of a robust vaccination program, administration of group and individual health education programs, and medical emergency contingency planning for the Mission.  The incumbent will work in the Medical Unit under the direct supervision of the Regional Medical Officer (RMO) or Medical Provider (MP).

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE

•  A minimum of two (2) years of post-qualification work as a professional nurse is required.

Note: Please upload all work experience copies of yours under “Other Document 1 or 2”

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• The incumbent possesses critical-thinking skills and comprehends MED’s policies and procedures regarding medical evacuations, hospitalizations and insurance reimbursement methodology.
• Must maintain current knowledge of local and regional medical services that can provide care for all acuity levels, including betted specialists and hospitals.
• Is a resource for arranging the best method to transport critically ill patients and maintains a working relationship with transport facilities.

Education Requirements:

• Degree (RN Level) in Nursing or Diploma/Certificate equivalent from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid nursing license or a current unrestricted Registered Nursing license from the host nation, country of origin, or the U.S.

Note: Please upload all copies of your Education under “University Degree”

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: English – Good working knowledge in reading/writing/speaking is required. (This may be tested.)

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The position requires strong interpersonal skills and a client-oriented disposition capable of dealing with complex interactive challenges in difficult and emotional situations.
• Must have a solid working knowledge of MED’s RN Clinical Practice Guidelines and be familiar with American Nursing Standards of Care.
• Must be able to perform basic word processing on computer.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

How to Apply:

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=zc9ozkr3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=62347&orgId=79

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.

To apply for this position, click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

• To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

• • Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification or equivalent (required)

• • US Passport Copy (required)

• • Degree (RN Level) in Nursing or Diploma/Certificate equivalent from an accredited School of Nursing.  Must possess and maintain a valid nursing license or a current unrestricted Registered Nursing license from the host nation, country of origin, or the U.S. (required)

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.