Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for one post of a Nurse Clinician.
DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
POST NO 0145: NURSE CLINICIAN
Position Description: Summary
Under the Director Student Affairs and supervision of the nurse-in-charge the candidate shall:
Diagnose and treat patients
Carry out nursing duties and ensure quality of care at all times
Primary Duties:
1. To diagnose and treat patients where there is no Doctor/physician.
2. To treat opportunistic infections
3. To educate individuals/groups of patients on health matters.
4. To provide family planning to students, staff and community
5. To conduct cervical cancer screening
6. To provide counseling services on health issues relating to students
including stress, anxiety, tension, HIV/AIDS as well as sexually transmitted infections
7. To initiate HAART to all patients eligible for treatment.
8. To perform minor surgical procedures
9. To orientate new students on current health issues.
Job Requirements:
Education: General Nursing, Midwifery and Diploma in Primary Health Care.
The candidate should be registered with Lesotho Nursing Council and Association.
Work Experience:
Three years or more working experience in a hospital, clinic or recognized health treatment setting. Experience working in a tertiary institution is an added advantage.
Skills:
A very good command of the English Language is necessary in order that the candidate can produce reports for various relevant University Committees.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with
qualification and experience.
TYPE OF CONTRACT:
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for Locals and Contract for Non-Locals.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES:
a) Application letters should state relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position.
b) Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
c) Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e-mail).
d) Provide names and contact details of three (3) professional referees
e) Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
f) Certified copy of an Identity Document
The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 11th September, 2020.
The applications should be emailed to [email protected]
DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.