Critical Care Nurse (8)

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Critical Care Nurse (8)

Localisation

Koidu (MCOE/KGH) Department: Clinical Report to: Nursing Manager Requisition No Line Management Open to Applicants without Government Pin Codes Position Overview

The Critical Care unit Nurse will provide high-quality, patient-centred, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients, post-operative patients requiring intensive monitoring and advanced clinical interventions. The post holder will be responsible for rapid assessment, continuous monitoring, and early recognition of deterioration, timely emergency response and safe management of life-sustaining therapies while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compassionate and respectful care and drive continuous quality improvement. The position will require the nurse to demonstrate a strong mental fortitude, stress management skills, and the ability to maintain clinical excellence, professionalism, and compassionate care during challenging and unpredictable situations.

Responsabilités

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direct nursing care to critically ill, high-dependency, maternal, newborn and post-operative patients. Conduct comprehensive assessments, monitor trends and escalate deterioration promptly. Respond to emergencies and provide BLS/ACLS interventions. Safely administer medications, IV therapy, oxygen, blood products and prescribed treatments. Operation and troubleshooting of ICU/CCU equipment Maintain accurate clinical documentation and structured handovers Implement infection prevention, safeguarding and patient safety standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care. Provide compassionate communication and family support. Participate in quality improvement, audits, mentorship and continuing professional development. Perform additional duties assigned by the Team Lead or Manager/supervisors consistent with the role.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Critical thinking and problem-solving Operation and troubleshooting of ICU/CCU equipment Cardiac monitoring systems Point-of-care testing (e.g., ABGs, blood glucose) Sound clinical judgment and decision-making Prioritization and time management Effective communication using ISBAR , EMR Cultural competence and respect for diversity Incident reporting and patient safety advocacy Resource stewardship Stress management and emotional intelligence Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Education and Work Experience Requirements: Essential Diploma, HND or Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution. Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Sierra Leone with a valid practising licence.

Expérience

Minimum two years’ post-registration experience in hospital practice; critical care/high dependency/emergency experience preferred. Must not be PIN-coded staff Desirable Previous experience in ICU. Certification in BLS, ACLS, ETAT, BEmONC/EmONC is an advantage. Critical Care Nursing certification (where available) Infection Prevention and Control training Working Conditions This position requires commitment to 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. The nurse will provide comprehensive bedside care to critically ill patients, respond to emergencies, and maintain the highest standards of infection prevention and control in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting. Organisation Profile Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization committed to improving the health of poor and marginalized communities. PIH partners with governments to strengthen public health systems, deliver high-quality care, train and mentor health workers, address root causes of illness, and advocate for health as a human right. In Sierra Leone, PIH began supporting the Government of Sierra Leone during the Ebola epidemic in 2014 and remains committed to long-term health system strengthening in partnership with the Ministry of Health. PIH supports comprehensive health services from community level to health facilities and referral hospitals, guided by public sector accompaniment, social justice, community ownership, and evidence-based care. Misconduct Disclosure Partners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwanted behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct. The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organisation’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

Formation / Diplômes

As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures. Method of Application Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment . In your application, please include the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three referees not later than 12:00 pm GMT ( Midnight ) on Tuesday , 11 th August 2026 .

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