The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patient health problems and needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans and maintaining medical records. He or she will also be required to administer nursing care and medication to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Communicating professionally with patients, families, and staff.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
- Administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Monitoring patient conditions and documenting care accurately.
- Ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant care environment.
- Supporting emotional, psychological, and spiritual patient needs.
- Leading and supervising healthcare personnel as needed.
- Maintaining professional standards and continuing education.
- Coordinating with other healthcare providers and contributing to team efforts.
- Upholding confidentiality and infection control protocols.
- Managing equipment and medical supplies.
- Providing both routine and emergency care, including pre- and post-operative care.
Qualifications and experience:
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
- A minimum of five (5) CXC passes at General Proficiency, including English Language and Mathematics
Skills and personal attributes:
- Excellent and empathetic bedside manner
- BLS/ACLS skills
- Administration of medication
- Infection and disease control
- Health promotion and maintenance
- Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment