Female Nurse

Position Title: Female Nurse

2025-07-21 Kapisa Full Time 9

Job Location:	Kapisa
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Health Care
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	Fixed
Vacancy Number:	BDN-KPS-0250710003
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Tagab

Organization:	Bakhter Development Network - BDN
Years of Experience:	Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably within district or provincial hospitals.
Contract Duration:	Fixed Term
Gender:	Female
Education:	Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
Close date:	2025-07-21

About Bakhter Development Network - BDN:

Bakhter Development Network (BDN) was established and officially registered in Afghanistan in 2001 as an Afghan non-governmental, non-profit, non-political, and developmental organization. BDN operates in accordance with its constitution in three main thematic areas: health, education, and agriculture and livestock. With its current focus on public health and nutrition, BDN helps communities achieve their developmental goals, while its wider vision is a world of enabled communities working towards a brighter future.

Currently, BDN is engaged in multiple initiatives, including the Health Emergency Response Additional Financing (HER AF) project in Balkh, Maidan Wardak, and Kapisa Provinces. BDN is also implementing projects such as the Targeted Supplementary Feeding Program (TSFP) and the Community-Based Nutrition Intervention (CBNI) in Balkh, Badakhshan, and Kunduz Provinces, as well as the GC 7 project in Balkh and Maidan Wardak Provinces.

Job Descriptions:

The female nurse is responsible for delivering nursing services in accordance with the Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) across different departments of the district hospital. In addition, the nurse collaborates with various hospital units to enhance healthcare delivery and service quality

The Female Nurse:

Provide appropriate and quality nursing care to all patients and clients referred by physicians.
Accurately complete the nursing register and departmental forms, and document all services and advice provided.
Assist physicians with patient classification and examination across all hospital sections
Actively participate in health education sessions for clients.
Collaborate with other departments such as Vaccination, Maternal and Child Health, and more to improve service quality.
Prepare monthly activity reports according to hospital and implementing organization reporting standards.
Ensure proper maintenance and usage of medical equipment and instruments.
Adhere to infection prevention protocols and ensure proper sterilization procedures using personal protective equipment.
Prepare chlorine solutions with correct concentrations for all health facility units.
Responsible for sterilizing all medical equipment within the health facility.
Identify suspected tuberculosis cases and refer them to the designated TB unit.
Collaborate with the nutrition counselor for screening and growth monitoring activities.
Cooperate with Health Shura members and Community Health Workers (CHWs) to strengthen community health activities and facilitate monthly meetings.

Ward Nursing Duties:

Record patients' vital signs and document them in the patient's medical file.
Implement the physician’s instructions and provide written feedback on the outcomes.
Educate patients on medication usage during distribution, and ensure proper storage and documentation of prescribed drugs.
Accurately calculate and record the daily consumption of medications.
Monitor patient hygiene and provide related health education.
Maintain and safeguard medical equipment used in the ward.
Educate inpatient clients on nutrition and monitor their dietary status.
Regularly report patient conditions to attending physicians.

Operating Theater Nursing Duties:

Responsible for sterilizing surgical instruments.
Maintain and secure all operating theater equipment.
Assist surgeons during surgical procedures.
Ensure implementation of aseptic and antiseptic techniques among all operating room staff.
Possess comprehensive knowledge of professional practices required within an operating theater.

General Duties:

Have a full understanding of Afghanistan’s BPHS and apply it in daily practice.
Perform any additional duties assigned by relevant supervisors or institutional authorities

Job Requirements:

Diploma or bachelor’s degree in nursing from a recognized institution.
Valid registration with the Afghanistan Nurses and Midwives Council (ANMC) or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably within district or provincial hospitals.
Proficiency in nursing procedures, including patient assessment, administering medications, and maintaining patient records.
Practical knowledge of sterilization techniques, safe use of medical equipment, and infection control protocols.
Ability to prepare chlorine solutions and manage medical waste per safety standards.
Familiarity with BPHS guidelines and ability to apply them in service delivery.
Responsible, reliable, and compassionate attitude toward patient care.
Strong ethical conduct, commitment to confidentiality, and a team-oriented mindset.
Willingness to adapt and perform duties in various hospital departments.

Submission Guidelines:

We welcome prospective applicants to submit their resumes and a formal letter of application delineating their credentials and enthusiasm for the role via the provided link until the close of business on July 21, 2025. Please note that applicants may submit only one application for their chosen position.

https://forms.gle/PnfFMJzG4wNEzKtu5

BDN has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the BDN, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. BDN also adheres to strict child-safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.