Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)
Closing date: 30 Sep 2016
SURGICAL NURSING VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for volunteer surgical nurses to work in non-profit paediatric hospital in the beautiful town of Luang Prabang, Laos. We opened the hospital this year (2015) with Outpatient, Inpatients and the Emergency Department all operational. We next have plans to open our surgical unit in March/April and need some mentors for the Lao nurses to learn from.
The nurse would work within the Laotian and international team, with the main responsibilities being clinical supervision and training. The position would ideally require a minimum of 2 month commitment, longer commitments preferred and much appreciated. Given that we would need to train the nurses for a surgical role, we are really keen to get someone out here from January onwards.
This is a unique opportunity for those looking to gain international public health & clinical experience in a developing/lesser-developed country setting. Luang Prabang is a quiet and charming tourist-friendly town along the banks of the Mekong River. There are plenty of opportunities for weekend sightseeing trips in the surrounding area.
Qualifications
• Registered Nurse in home country (current practicing certificate).
• Experience in operating rooms as a scrub/surgical nurse essential
• Preference for those with paediatric experience.
• Teaching and supervising experience.
• Committed to providing compassionate care to patients and families.
• Ability to interact with people from various countries and backgrounds with tact, diplomacy and poise.
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and a confidence–inspiring attitude.
• Experience practicing medicine in a low or middle-income country would be a plus.
Benefits
This is a volunteer position with a preferred 1 month minimum commitment up to 6+months. A small monthly allowance can be provided to help cover some basic costs such as food & housing for commitments of 2+ months.The role is required to be filled throughout the year and as such applications will be accepted for various time throughout the year
How to apply:
Please email a cover letter and resume to nursing@fwablaos.org with the subject “Volunteer Surgical Nurse”.