Stabilization Centre (SC) Nurse

JOB TITLE: Stabilization Centre (SC) NurseTEAM/PROGRAM: Nigeria Country Office, Health and Nutrition/ BHA LOCATION: BornoGRADE: 4TYPE Of Contract: NationalChild SafeguardingLevel 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young peopleAs part of these responsibilities the post holder will support the establishment of child safeguarding systems, promote a culture of keeping children safe, and ensure that potential harm to children (by our own staff and/or as a result of how we do our work) is identified and addressed on an ongoing basis. The post holder should report and respond to interventions as determined by position related responsibilities identified in the Child Safeguarding Policy.Role PurposeThe Nurse will work with the Doctors to provide clinical and nutritional care for complicated cases of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) admitted at the stabilization Centre (SC). S/He will also maintain accurate patient records, provide input into SCI reports and actively participate in the smooth functioning of the SC.Scope Of RoleReports to: SC-DoctorStaff directly reporting to this post: NoneBudget responsibility: NoKey Areas Of AccountabilityProgramme implementationProvision of high-quality nursing care to complicated SAM cases. Admit all patients presenting into the SC in line with the admission criteria. Provide quality nursing clinical care to complicated cases of SAM admitted at the Stabilization Centre (SC). Ensure Nursing and clinical care provided at the SC is in accordance with the National guidelines for In-patient Management of SAM. Stabilize all critical patients in line with the protocols in collaboration with the doctor and other team members. Patient monitoring for patients in Phase 1, transition phase and Phase 2 in line with guidelines. Report any medical or clinical complications on timely basis to the doctor and other team members. Ensure nursing records and monitoring charts are up-to date and well maintained. Mentor and provide on-the-job training on stabilization care and documentation to Dieticians, help mothers deployed to the SC to ensure: Respect of approved protocols for management of severe acute malnutrition Correct use of programme monitoring and evaluation (recording) tools in reporting and recording. Appropriate use of resources, stock control and ordering procedures.Programme Documentation. Ensure the utilization of medicines, medical supplies, nutrition-related commodities are routinely documented in the relevant tools Ensure timely collection and compilation of quality data for the production of quantitative and qualitative reports regarding all SC activities. Support the nurse in charge in the development of weekly and monthly reports on activities, and any other ad hoc report that may be required.Representation and relationships Participate in Nutrition related Meetings, Seminars and Workshops and feed information acquired back into programming. Work and strengthen relationship with Borno State Ministry of Health and Hospital Management Board, UNICEF and other partners implementing CMAM and Stabilization Care in the State.Other - Other ad hoc tasks as requested by Line Manager.GeneralComply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.AccountabilitySKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (Our Values in Practice) Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achievedAmbition Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others Future orientated, thinks strategicallyCollaboration Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength Approachable, good listener, easy to talk toCreativity Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions Willing to take disciplined risksIntegrity Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.Qualification Degree or Diploma in Nursing from a recognized/accredited University in NigeriaSkills And Experience Previous experience as SC-Nurse Previous experience with INGOs Experience in Nutrition and in community-based programmes Training and experience on treatment of acute malnutrition Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) Fluency in English, Kanuri and Hausa Ability to work in partnership with government and other NGO staff Good interpersonal and communication skills Valid practice licenseAdditional Qualifications At least two years post-graduation experience Work experience in health/public health and or in a health/public health organisation, including as a trainer. Experience with providing institutional support and technical assistance to development partners, government/community institutionsAdditional Skills Ability to work effectively both independently (with minimal supervision) and as a member of a team Commitment to gender equity, child rights, community empowerment, and grassroots development approaches Effective planning and organising skills Effective interpersonal skills – oral and written communication skillsDesired Background in Emergency programming is an asset.Additional Job Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.Equal Opportunities The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.Child Safeguarding We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.Health And SafetyThe role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.No individual is expected to pay any amount or offer any form of favor to secure a position or contract with SCI. Any such act is strictly prohibited and should be avoided”Job Identification 14461 Job Category Advocacy, Campaigns and Policy Posting Date 10/23/2025, 12:15 PM Apply Before 11/05/2025, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations AO - Borno