Established in 1994, Denberwa is the first privately founded MCH center in Ethiopia, proudly serving Addis Ababa for 31 years. Located on 22 square, behind the Addis Ababa Traffic Police Bureau, we are a trusted provider of comprehensive maternal and child health services

Job Title: NICU Nurse

Location:  Denberwa MCH Center

Department:  NICU Unit

Job Type:  Full-time

Report to:  Mathron /NICU Manager

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled and dedicated NICU Nurse to join our maternal and child health center.  The ideal candidate will provide high- quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill and premature newborns in our NICU.  This role is pivoted in supporting families and working closely with pediatricians and allied health care professionals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct patient care to neonates in critical condition, including ventilator and incubator care

• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes in patient’s conditions with urgency and accuracy.

• Administer prescribed medications and intravenous therapy, ensuring accurate dosages and documentation.

• Maintain accurate records of patient care condition, progress, and concerns

• Operate and trouble shoot NICU equipment such as ventilators, monitors, infusion pumps and incubators.

• Collaborate with pediatricians and other NICU staff to plan and deliver care.

• Educate and support parents and families including guidance on neonatal care and bonding.

• Follow all infection control, patient safety, and hospital protocols.

• Participate in emergency resuscitation and neonatal code blue situations.

• Stay updated with Latest NICU nursing practices and attend ongoing training and development programs.

Job Requirements

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor of science in Nursing (BSN) or diploma from a recognized health institution

• Valid nursing license/registration certificate 

• Basic life support (BLS) neonatal resuscitation program (NRP) certificate 

Required skills and competencies:

• Proven knowledge and experience in neonatal nursing care

• Excellent clinical judgment and decision making skills.

• Ability to remain calm and function efficiently in high stress emergency situations.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

• High attention to detail and precision in monitoring and documentation.

• Empathetic, patient-centered care approach

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a NICU

• Experience in a high-acuity, fast-paced maternal and child health setting is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (Commensurate with experience)

• Safe and supportive work environment 

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, Cover letter, and non-returnable copies of relevant certifications:

e-mail:  denberwamch@yahoo.com

Application Deadline:               

For further information contact Tel: +251911508696

Join our team

At Denberwa MCH Center, we are Committed to delivering the highest standards of neonatal care.  If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of newborns and their families, we would love to hear from you.