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Enrolled Nurse job at Mubende District Service Commission | Apply Now
Are you looking for Nursing jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Enrolled Nurse job at Mubende District Service Commission
Mubende, Uganda
Full-time
Deadline:
May 17, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM
About the Organisation
Photocopies of Academic Certificates, transcripts and photocopy of the National Identity Card must accompany the application forms. . Those who would have not heard from the Commission at the end of the exercise should consider themselves unsuccessful.
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Job Title
Enrolled Nurse job at Mubende District Service Commission
Job Description
Providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or other healthcare professionals, including administering medications, dressing wounds, assisting with personal hygiene, and monitoring vital signs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Care: Providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or other healthcare professionals, including administering medications, dressing wounds, assisting with personal hygiene, and monitoring vital signs.
Assessment: Conducting basic patient assessments, including collecting health history, performing physical examinations, and documenting patient observations.
Medication Administration: Administering medications as prescribed by healthcare providers, following established protocols and safety guidelines for medication administration.
Wound Care: Assisting with wound care, dressing changes, and the application of topical medications or ointments as directed by healthcare providers.
Patient Education: Providing patients and their families with information on healthcare procedures, medication instructions, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to promote health and well-being.
Documentation: Recording accurate and detailed patient information, including nursing assessments, care plans, medication administration records, and progress notes in electronic health records (EHRs) or paper charts.
Assisting with Procedures: Assisting healthcare providers with medical procedures, diagnostic tests, and therapeutic interventions, such as blood draws, IV insertions, catheterizations, and nasogastric tube placements.
Monitoring: Monitoring patients' condition and response to treatment, including monitoring vital signs, assessing pain levels, and recognizing signs of complications or adverse reactions to medications.
Collaboration: Collaborating with registered nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care, develop care plans, and ensure continuity of care.
Safety and Infection Control: Adhering to infection control protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards to maintain a safe and clean healthcare environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
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Qualifications and Competencies
Education: Completion of a diploma or certificate program in nursing from an accredited institution is typically required to become an enrolled nurse. These programs typically last for one to two years and provide training in basic nursing skills, patient care, and medical procedures.
Licensing: Enrolled nurses must be licensed or registered to practice in their respective jurisdiction. Licensing requirements vary by country or state but typically involve passing a national licensing examination or meeting specific criteria set by the licensing authority.
Basic Life Support Certification: Many healthcare employers require enrolled nurses to hold a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, which demonstrates proficiency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other life-saving techniques.
Continuing Education: Enrolled nurses are often required to participate in continuing education programs to maintain licensure and stay updated on advancements in nursing practice, technology, and healthcare regulations.
Clinical Experience: While not always required for entry-level positions, clinical experience through internships, practicums, or work placements during nursing training is highly beneficial for enrolled nurses.
Physical Fitness: Enrolled nurses should have the physical stamina and strength to perform their duties, which may involve standing for long periods, lifting and moving patients, and assisting with physical therapy or rehabilitation exercises.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills are essential for enrolled nurses to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: Enrolled nurses must be detail-oriented and able to accurately record and report patient information, medication administration, vital signs, and other clinical data.
Ethical Standards: Adherence to ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, and professional codes of conduct in nursing practice.
Cultural Competence: Sensitivity to cultural diversity and the ability to provide culturally competent care to patients from diverse backgrounds.
How to Apply
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