Nurse specialist supervisor at M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res (MSF)
\nM\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance based on need, regardless of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation, and is guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality. These principles apply to all MSF staff.
\nJob details
\nJob title:\u00a0Nurse Specialist SupervisorEmployment type:\u00a0Full-time \u2013 100%Organization:\u00a0M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res (MSF)Direct report:\u00a0Nursing Activity ManagerLocation:\u00a0Liwale, Lindi
\nMain purpose
\nThe Nurse Specialist Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring quality care, maintaining and organizing the operation theatre, and supervising OT nurses, OT nurse aides, and sterilization technicians.
\nThe role must be carried out according to MSF protocols, values, universal hygiene standards, and operation theatre procedures to ensure high-quality patient care.
\nMain accountabilities
\nThe Nurse Specialist Supervisor will be responsible for the following duties:<\/p>\n
Report to, communicate with, and collaborate with the Hospital Head Nurse to ensure the smooth and efficient running of operation theatre activities according to approved theatre procedures.
\nWork together with the surgical team to achieve quality patient care and assist in theatre and sterilization when necessary.
\nMaintain patient confidentiality and dignity at all times while respecting patients\u2019 rights and conditions.
\nShow compassion and responsiveness to patient needs.
\nMaintain the organization of the operation theatre by defining daily and weekly programs in collaboration with surgeons.
\nAnticipate operational needs and adapt theatre planning as required.
\nPlan and delegate tasks to team members, ensuring all tasks are completed and staff follow their work schedules.
\nCoordinate with departments involved in operation theatre activities, including laundry, stretcher bearers, surgical wards, and emergency room teams, to ensure proper supply, quality, quantity, and timing.
\nEnsure the general organization of the department and verify that care protocols, security rules, hygiene standards, and sepsis prevention measures are followed by healthcare and maintenance staff.
\nMonitor the quality of overall patient case management and continuity of care.
\nParticipate in medical rounds to understand patients\u2019 needs and follow department activities.
\nEncourage daily health education sessions within the unit.
\nSupervise and support OT nurses, OT nurse aides, sterilization technicians, and cleaners.
\nPlan and organize the team\u2019s work, including work areas, schedules, absences, visits, and holidays.
\nCoach team members, with a strong focus on adherence to appropriate protocols and procedures.
\nEnsure quality of care by respecting and enforcing MSF operation theatre procedures.
\nPropose action plans to improve hygiene, sterilization, and compliance with procedures.
\nConduct regular assessments of OT procedures and inform the Hospital Head Nurse of assessment results and any identified problems.
\nEnsure that staff using medical devices are qualified and trained.
\nEnsure cleaning and maintenance tasks are performed according to protocols.
\nReport any equipment malfunction to the project biomedical service.
\nManage departmental stock and weekly orders, including pharmacy items, sterilization room items, cleaning supplies, and stationery.
\nMonitor consumption of drugs, consumables, medical materials, and equipment under the role\u2019s responsibility.
\nEnsure OT registers are properly completed and maintained.
\nEnsure administrative procedures, patient data, and documents are correctly completed and registered.
\nCompile monthly reports reflecting department activities.
\nParticipate in collecting and analyzing medical data.
\nIdentify areas causing problems and implement necessary measures to improve service functioning.<\/p>\n
Context-specific accountabilitie<\/p>\n
The Nurse Specialist Supervisor will also be expected to:<\/p>\n
Coordinate operation theatre and sterilization activities to support 24\/7 emergency and elective maternal surgical interventions in collaboration with Ministry of Health and MSF teams.
\nEnsure proper coordination and patient handover between Maternity, Neonatal, OT, and Inpatient departments to support continuity of care.
\nPromote adherence to Operating Theatre SOPs among OT staff, support staff, and visitors through orientation, supervision, and continuous reinforcement of infection prevention and control, patient safety, and theatre flow.
\nStrengthen compliance with infection prevention and control and sterilization standards through regular supervision, coaching, and follow-up of OT and sterilization staff.
\nMonitor availability and rational use of surgical supplies, instruments, emergency drugs, and biomedical equipment.
\nPromote proper weekly consumption tracking, inventory management, and ordering to prevent service interruption, ruptures, expiry, and overstocking.
\nCoordinate preventive maintenance and cleaning with hygienists, biomedical, and logistics teams.
\nReport malfunctioning biomedical equipment to PMR.
\nCollaborate with the Ministry of Health OT in charge and hospital Nurse in Charge to organize staff rosters, task allocation, and leave planning to ensure 24\/7 OT coverage and continuity of care.
\nSupport quality improvement initiatives through regular audits and data review.
\nEnsure completeness and accuracy of OT registers, patient files, monitoring forms, reporting, and follow-up of key maternal and newborn care indicators.
\nConduct regular departmental meetings and support implementation of corrective actions to improve quality of care, incident reporting, surgical safety monitoring, and participation in related clinical meetings.
\nBuild the capacity of Ministry of Health OT nurses and sterilization staff through on-the-job training and supportive supervision.
\nEnsure proper use and handling of OT equipment by trained staff to maintain functionality and patient safety.
\nCollaborate with the Nursing Activity Manager, IPC Supervisor, Biomedical team, and Logistics team to address operational challenges affecting OT and sterilization services.
\nPromote respectful maternity care, patient dignity, confidentiality, and ethical clinical practice at all times.
\nEnsure adherence to MSF principles and Ministry of Health protocols.<\/p>\n
Minimum educational qualification<\/p>\n
Diploma in Nursing is essential.<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
At least two years of previous experience as an OT nurse is essential.
\nPrevious experience with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries is desirable.<\/p>\n
Languages<\/p>\n
Swahili and English are essential.<\/p>\n
Knowledge<\/p>\n
Computer literacy is essential, including Word, Excel, and internet use.<\/p>\n
Competencies
\nApplicants should demonstrate the following competencies:<\/p>\n
Results and quality orientation
\nTeamwork and cooperation
\nBehavioural flexibility
\nStress management
\nCommitment to MSF principles
\nService orientation<\/p>\n
Equal opportunity and safeguarding statement
\nWomen, people living with disabilities, and anyone who identifies as part of a minority group are encouraged to apply.
\nMSF is dedicated to fostering a safe work environment and has zero tolerance for any form of abuse.
\nMSF is committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports diverse voices among staff members. The organization strives to create workplaces where people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together to support MSF\u2019s social mission and improve outcomes for patients and communities.<\/p>\n
Applications are welcome from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, ability statuses, and other diversity characteristics.
\nMSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse, discrimination, or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.
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