DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
NURSING SISTER (CONTRACT POSITION)
VACANCY NO: DVC SA/HS01/2022
Duties: Successful candidate will be expected to: (i) consult and provide general outpatient care to clients; (ii) Provides essential advice and guidance to other nurses, involved in clinical work to ensure quality in nursing care; (iii) participate in the development and implementation of nursing care programs at UB; (iv) participate in development of departmental policies and procedures aligned to the national and University of Botswana health policies; (v) Assist Nursing Manager is supervision and implementation of nursing programs (vi) develop educational materials for the UB community on health and wellness (vii) Provide counselling to patients. (viii) Supervise subordinates and monitors their progress through the performance management system (ix) prepare reports on services provided (x) and attend to any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements: Candidates should have a minimum: (I) Diploma in General nursing (II) Diploma in FNP, CHN,CMHN, Midwifery (III) At least five years’ experience working in a district facility of hospital providing nursing care The following will be an added advantage: (IV) Nursing degree e.g. Bachelor of Nursing Science or equivalent (V) Master’s Degree in Nursing Science (Psychiatry, Family Nurse Practice and Midwifery) (VI) Work in a tertiary institution will be an added advantage
Qualities: Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication. Ability to work effectively with students, staff and family members, Ability to work independently to manage multiple priorities, Computer literacy. Counselling abilities. High degree of commitment to work adhering to nursing standards and ethics.
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: How to Apply: Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. You should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.V.s (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mail), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three reference letters. Send your application to: The HR Manager, Appointments and Administration (Support), University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 0022, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2048/5731/2040; Fax (267) 397 4796.
Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted at Block 108, Office No. 205 (108/205).
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 29 June 2022