Critical Care Nurse

 Job Title: Critical Care Nurse (1)

Location: Lusaka

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Critical Care Nurse to lead and deliver high-quality, individualized patient care in our High Dependency Unit (HDU). The role involves close collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to promote patient recovery through safe, cost-effective physical, psychological, and spiritual support.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure continuity of care through effective handovers and accurate documentation.

Conduct patient assessments and deliver individualized care in line with facility protocols.

  Educate patients and families on medical conditions and treatment plans.

Maintain inventory of medical supplies and ensure equipment is in good working order.

Uphold confidentiality and provide care that respects patient dignity, diversity, and autonomy.

Foster warm, cooperative relationships with patients, guardians, and colleagues.

  Support spiritual care and participate in daily staff devotions.

Engagage in continuous professional development and knowledge-sharing.

Promote quality assurance and contribute to departmental goal-setting and standards.

Ensure infection control through proper decontamination, disinfection, and hygiene standards.

Communicate effectively with medical teams and coordinate patient transfers to ICU when necessary.

Collect blood samples and prepare patients for surgery with complete documentation.

Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans using the nursing process.

Administer medications and control drug use in compliance with HPCZ and ZAMRA regulations.

Operate and maintain critical care equipment in collaboration with the biomedical team.

Monitor patient condition through regular assessments and vital sign tracking, responding to emergencies with CPR and other life-saving interventions.

Deliver complex treatments including IV therapy, ventilator management, and wound care.

Maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system and ensure timely reporting for decision-making.

Supervise nursing care procedures and support performance management through work plan development

Participate in doctors’ reviews and ensure medical orders are executed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Grade 12 certificate and Diploma in Critical Care Nursing (Degree is an added advantage)

1–3 years of clinical experience with a valid practicing certificate

Strong knowledge of patient management principles and ability to deliver high-quality care.

Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills

Organizational and administrative strength, with the ability to teach clinical techniques

Fluent in English and at least two local languages; able to multitask and work collaboratively.

Demonstrates personal and team accountability, with strong interpersonal and listening skills

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