Nursing Station Manager

About Ummat International Hospital

Ummat International Hospital (UIH) is a newly established private tertiary care hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered medical and surgical services. The hospital is being developed with modern infrastructure, advanced medical technology, and internationally recognized standards of healthcare delivery. As part of its strategic vision, UIH is establishing a comprehensive Neurosciences Program integrating Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neurocritical Care, Advanced Neuroimaging, Rehabilitation Medicine, and related specialties. The hospital aims to become one of Afghanistan’s most capable and comprehensive centers for neurosciences while delivering excellence across all clinical services.

Position Summary

The Nursing Station Manager will be responsible for coordinating and supervising nursing staff within assigned clinical areas, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to maintain professional nursing standards in a fast-paced tertiary care environment.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSc Nursing) from a recognized institution.

Valid nursing registration/licensure in Afghanistan.

Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Experience in ICU, emergency, surgical, or tertiary care settings is highly desirable.

Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Knowledge of nursing quality standards, infection prevention, and patient safety practices.

Skills and Competencies

Leadership and team management

Staff coordination and scheduling

Clinical decision-making

Effective communication

Problem-solving and conflict resolution

Time management and organization

Commitment to ethical and patient-centered care

Coordinate and supervise nursing staff across assigned wards or clinical stations.

Prepare and manage duty rosters, shift schedules, and staffing allocations.

Ensure adequate nurse-to-patient coverage at all times.

Monitor nursing performance, attendance, punctuality, and professional conduct.

Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection control protocols, and patient safety standards.

Conduct regular nursing rounds and oversee patient-care quality.

Manage shift handovers and ensure continuity of care.

Investigate and report clinical incidents, patient complaints, and safety concerns.

Mentor and support newly recruited nurses and junior nursing staff.

Collaborate with physicians, department heads, and hospital administration to improve clinical operations.

Maintain accurate nursing records, reports, and documentation.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and accreditation activities.

Qualified candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements are invited to submit their applications through the Jobs.af online application system. Alternatively, candidates may submit their applications by email to [email protected]. The exact position title must be clearly indicated in the email subject line.

Applications must include

An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A cover letter

Copies of relevant educational certificates and qualifications

Contact details for at least two professional referees

The CV and cover letter must be combined and submitted as one PDF file. The PDF file must be named using the applicant’s full name, as shown below:

Example: Ahmad_Ahmadi_CV_and_Cover_Letter.pdf

Incomplete applications, applications submitted in an incorrect format, or applications received after the closing date may not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and interviews.