The operating theatre nurse is at the core of developing and implementing good practice in the operating theatres of hospitals where the ICRC works.

S/he assesses training needs, develops plans of action and draws up training programmes with local personnel.

The job involves promoting quality care for patients in the operating theatre by:

• drawing up the list of operations;
• ensuring that disinfection and sterilization procedures are carried out properly and safely;
• ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards regarding the handling of sharps, fire safety, waste management, etc.;
• improving management procedures;
• assisting and supporting local nursing staff in the day-to-day organization of operating theatres;
• ensuring that instruments and equipment are maintained regularly.

• availability for assignments of three to six months (three months is the minimum length of assignment);
• good command of English and French;
• diploma or certificate in theatre nursing;
• at least five years’ post-qualification experience;
• experience of humanitarian work would be an asset;
• driving licence (for manual transmission vehicles).

• strong motivation for humanitarian work;
• sense of responsibility and discernment;
• organizational skills;
• experience in managing and running a multi-cultural team;
• aptitude for and interest in supervision and training;
• ability to work both independently and in a team;
• willingness to work under pressure and under dangerous conditions.
  What we offer
• the opportunity to exercise your profession in a humanitarian context;
• a chance to live in a multi-cultural environment.