Nurse (Медсестра/Медбрат)

To apply for this position, you should complete an application in English at the link provided below. 

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ukr/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

Deadline for applications: January 7, 2025

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).

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years of post-qualification work as a professional nurse is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: An 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.

EDUCATION:

Degree 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.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The position requires strong interpersonal skills and a client-oriented disposition capable of dealing with a complexity interactive challenges in difficult and emotional situations. Must be able to perform basic word processing on computer.

LANGUAGE:

Good working knowledge (writing/speaking/reading) English

Fluent (writing/speaking/reading) Ukrainian

We offer:

• Stable employment
• Competitive salary
• Regular working hours (40 hours per week, 8 hours per day)
• Comfortable office
• Medical insurance for the employee and dependents (spouse and children)
• Life insurance
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Military exemption for male employees
• Training and professional development
• Holiday days off (both Ukrainian and American holidays)