Enrolled Nurse at Show Mercy International
- Company: Show Mercy International
- Location: Uganda
- State: Uganda
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Healthcare Jobs in Uganda
Job Description
The Enrolled Nurse will provide quality nursing services and public health care interventions to patients and the community.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Receiving patients, registering admissions, discharging patients.
• Providing treatment to patients
• Maintaining a clean and health environment for patients
• Preparing and carrying out sterile procedures and disposal of medical wastes
• Participating in bedside nursing procedures as a member of the caring team
• Participating in Ward rounds
• Preparing patients for meals and sensitize them on the recommended diet
• Imparting knowledge and skills to health support staff and trainees
• Compiling daily Ward reports and hand over to in-coming shift leader
• Managing and accounting for allocated resources
• Conducting any other duty assigned by the supervisor.
• Compilation of required reports
• Provide regular feedback to the Clinical officer and/or Medical Officer on clinical care of patients.
• Participate in the development and implementation of program work plans.
• Standards for professional conduct
• Both the Professional and Organisation’s ethical code of conduct should be adhered to.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant for this role should hold a certificate in nursing from a reputable training institution.
• Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives’ council and have a valid practicing license.
• At least two (2) years of prior professional experience in a similar post in a busy setting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, customer service, interpersonal skills
• Respect for and receptivity to other cultures.
• Ability to develop a productive working relationship with team members
• Ability to operate in a fast and diverse environment
• Knowledge of local languages spoken in the area
• Basic computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft elements
• Good report writing skills