About Chalimbana University

Chalimbana University is a higher learning institution committed to providing quality education, research, innovation and community engagement. The University recognises the importance of accessible healthcare and student wellbeing in creating a supportive learning and working environment.

About the Role

Chalimbana University is inviting applications for the position of Nurse to support the establishment and delivery of health services at the University clinic.

The successful candidate will provide primary healthcare, nursing care, first aid, health promotion and referral services to students and staff. The role will focus on ensuring that patients receive quality, accessible and confidential healthcare in accordance with professional nursing standards and applicable health regulations.

The Nurse will also support health education programmes, emergency response, patient record management and coordination with external healthcare facilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Nursing Care and Patient Management

• Provide nursing care, first aid and emergency medical assistance to students and staff.
• Assess, screen and monitor patients' health conditions.
• Administer prescribed treatments and dispense medicines in accordance with professional standards, applicable laws and clinical guidelines.
• Identify cases requiring further medical attention and arrange appropriate referrals.

2. Health Education and Promotion

• Conduct health education and awareness programmes for students and staff.
• Provide information on communicable and non-communicable diseases.
• Promote awareness of sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, nutrition and mental health.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving health awareness and preventive healthcare.

3. Counselling and Psychosocial Support

• Provide appropriate counselling and psychosocial support to students and staff.
• Work with the Guidance and Counselling Unit to support individuals requiring additional assistance.
• Promote a supportive and confidential environment for people seeking healthcare services.

4. Medical Screening and Event Support

• Facilitate medical examinations for newly admitted students and newly employed staff.
• Conduct health screening for students participating in sporting activities.
• Provide first aid and medical cover during University events and activities.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and coordinate referrals when necessary.

5. Patient Records and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Collect and maintain relevant health statistics.
• Prepare health-related reports to support monitoring and planning of University healthcare services.
• Ensure that patient information is handled in accordance with professional confidentiality requirements.

6. Medical Supplies and Equipment Management

• Manage medical supplies, medicines and clinical equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure appropriate storage and handling of medical supplies.
• Support proper disposal of medical waste in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Maintain records of medical supplies and equipment.

7. External Health Service Coordination

• Liaise with the Ministry of Health, nearby healthcare facilities and relevant partners.
• Coordinate patient referrals and participate in health programmes involving external healthcare providers.
• Support access to medicines and other healthcare resources through appropriate channels.

8. Clinic Administration and Infection Prevention

• Support the development and implementation of health service policies and procedures.
• Promote infection prevention and control practices within the University clinic.
• Participate in the preparation and management of clinic-related budgets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on healthcare activities.
• Perform other lawful duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) credits, including English and Science subjects.
• Diploma in Registered Nursing.
• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ).
• Valid practising licence.
• A minimum of six (6) months of volunteer nursing experience.

Required Skills and Competencies

Clinical and Nursing Skills

• Sound nursing knowledge and practical clinical skills.
• Ability to provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
• Competence in patient assessment, nursing care and referral procedures.

Public Health and Health Promotion

• Understanding of public health principles and health education.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Ability to support health awareness and disease prevention programmes.

Communication and Counselling

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide appropriate counselling and psychosocial support, particularly to young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and external healthcare providers.

Personal and Professional Attributes

• High levels of integrity, professionalism, empathy and confidentiality.
• Ability to make appropriate clinical decisions within the scope of professional practice.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Work Schedule and Flexibility

• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and provide medical support during University activities.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms and Conditions of Service

The appointment will be made in accordance with Chalimbana University's appointment guidelines and will be subject to a three-month probation period, during which satisfactory performance will be assessed.

The University offers attractive and competitive remuneration commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

Chalimbana University is an equal opportunity employer.

• Provide nursing care, first aid and emergency medical assistance to students and staff.
• Assess, screen and monitor patients' health conditions.
• Administer prescribed treatments and dispense medicines in accordance with professional standards, applicable laws and clinical guidelines.
• Identify cases requiring further medical attention and arrange appropriate referrals.
• Conduct health education and awareness programmes for students and staff.
• Provide information on communicable and non-communicable diseases.
• Promote awareness of sexual and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, nutrition and mental health.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving health awareness and preventive healthcare.
• Provide appropriate counselling and psychosocial support to students and staff.
• Work with the Guidance and Counselling Unit to support individuals requiring additional assistance.
• Promote a supportive and confidential environment for people seeking healthcare services.
• Facilitate medical examinations for newly admitted students and newly employed staff.
• Conduct health screening for students participating in sporting activities.
• Provide first aid and medical cover during University events and activities.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and coordinate referrals when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Collect and maintain relevant health statistics.
• Prepare health-related reports to support monitoring and planning of University healthcare services.
• Ensure that patient information is handled in accordance with professional confidentiality requirements.
• Manage medical supplies, medicines and clinical equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure appropriate storage and handling of medical supplies.
• Support proper disposal of medical waste in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Maintain records of medical supplies and equipment.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Health, nearby healthcare facilities and relevant partners.
• Coordinate patient referrals and participate in health programmes involving external healthcare providers.
• Support access to medicines and other healthcare resources through appropriate channels.
• Support the development and implementation of health service policies and procedures.
• Promote infection prevention and control practices within the University clinic.
• Participate in the preparation and management of clinic-related budgets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on healthcare activities.
• Perform other lawful duties as may be assigned.

• Sound nursing knowledge and practical clinical skills.
• Ability to provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
• Competence in patient assessment, nursing care and referral procedures.
• Understanding of public health principles and health education.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Ability to support health awareness and disease prevention programmes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide appropriate counselling and psychosocial support, particularly to young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and external healthcare providers.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, empathy and confidentiality.
• Ability to make appropriate clinical decisions within the scope of professional practice.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and provide medical support during University activities.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

• Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) credits, including English and Science subjects.
• Diploma in Registered Nursing.
• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ).
• Valid practising licence.