Asian University for Women (AUW)
Psychiatric Nurse for University Health Services — Support Student Mental Health
Chattogram
Deadline: 2025-10-04
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: Asian University for Women (AUW)
Location: Chattogram
Type: FullTime
Salary: Negotiable
Posted: 2025-09-22
Experience: 2 Years
Education Requirements
Not specified (BSc/Diploma in Nursing preferred)
Job Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric nursing assessment, triage and follow-up care for students and staff
- Support psychiatrists and mental health professionals during consultations
- Administer and monitor medications under clinical supervision
- Conduct crisis intervention and coordinate referrals
- Plan and participate in mental health promotion and awareness activities
- Maintain confidential clinical records and participate in multidisciplinary meetings
- Ensure infection control, safety and professional nursing standards
Required Skills
- Clinical psychiatric nursing skills
- Patient assessment and documentation
- Crisis intervention and referral coordination
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary university environment
- Confidentiality and ethical practice
Benefits & Compensation
- Negotiable salary
- Standard university staff benefits (as applicable)
Job Description
Asian University for Women (AUW) invites applications for a Psychiatric Nurse to join its health services team in Chattogram, Bangladesh. This job circular seeks a compassionate, experienced nursing professional to provide psychiatric and mental health care for university students and staff. The position is a Full Time role based at the university campus. Interested applicants should review the responsibilities and instructions below and apply before the deadline.Why this job and company matter: AUW is a reputable educational institution committed to student wellbeing and holistic care. This job offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic university environment where mental health support and clinical nursing services are integral to campus life.Key details:Position: Psychiatric NurseCompany: Asian University for Women (AUW)Location: Chattogram, BangladeshVacancies: 1Employment type: Full TimeApplication deadline: 2025-10-04Primary responsibilities (typical for this university health services job):Provide psychiatric nursing assessment, triage and follow-up care for students and staff;Support psychiatrists and other mental health professionals during consultations and interventions;Administer and monitor medications under the supervision of the prescribing clinician and maintain accurate medication records;Conduct crisis intervention and coordinate referrals to higher-level psychiatric care when necessary;Plan, organize and participate in mental health promotion activities, workshops and awareness programs across campus;Maintain confidential clinical records, prepare reports and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences;Ensure infection control, safety and professional nursing practice at the health center.Required experience and skills:Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience (advertised experience: 2 to 3 years), preferably with exposure to psychiatric or mental health services;Experience in a University or similar institutional setting is an advantage;Strong clinical assessment, observation and documentation skills;Good communication and interpersonal skills to work with young adults and multidisciplinary teams;Ability to handle confidential information ethically and sensitively;Gender: M, F (both male and female applicants considered).Education: Not specified in the circular; candidates with a BSc/Diploma in Nursing and additional training or experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing are preferred.Other application requirements:Submit CV/resume and a cover letter;Attach educational certificates, experience letters, copy of NID/passport and the names of at least three references;Include a recent photograph with the CV and clearly state the position applied for in the subject line of the email;Send application materials by email to hrd@auw.edu.bd. The job posting also references further information at: https://asian-university.org/job/psychiatric-nurse/.Selection & timeline: Applications will be reviewed immediately and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The advertised valid through date (last date to apply) is 2025-10-04. Please ensure you submit all required documents and follow the stated instructions to apply.Salary & benefits: Salary is listed as Negotiable. Specific benefits are not detailed in the circular; standard university staff benefits may apply.How to apply: To apply for this job at AUW in Bangladesh, compile your CV, cover letter and supporting documents and email them to hrd@auw.edu.bd with the subject line indicating the position. You may also review the full job circular and additional details at the provided URL before you apply.Equal opportunity statement: AUW encourages qualified applicants to apply and values diversity. This job circular is published in Bangladesh and candidates from the region are encouraged to apply.For further details, please visit the AUW job page linked above. This description consolidates information from the published circular and provides guidance on application steps and role expectations to help potential applicants prepare a complete submission.