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| Medical Teams International |
Triage Nurse job Post
Location: Jobs in Uganda 2024 - 2025
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
UGX
No. of vacancies: 01
Deadline: 23 September 2024
Hiring Organization: Medical Teams International
Job Details:
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for contributing to the quality of care by triaging patients through registration, taking immediate action in emergency cases, providing first aid as required and directing patients to correct department.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Welcome patients, inform them about how the facility functions and ensure the availability of a comfortable waiting area for them and attendants
Ensure good flow of patients to avoid overcrowded rooms and patients standing up for a long time while waiting for their turn
Bring any patient with an obvious serious medical problem to the attention of the nurse supervisor or Clinical Officer
Collaborate with Data Clerks to complete patient registration forms in accordance with MTI protocol and maintain files in good condition; ensure confidentiality of patient data
Monitor vital signs, dress wounds, administer injections and check vaccination status of children less than 5 years old
Assist in maintaining a clean environment in the triage unit
Participate in health education of patient and attendant as needed
Support in family planning, immunization services, and dispensing medicine as requested
Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
Certificate in Comprehensive Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery is required
Registration with Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council is required
Valid practising license is required
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 6 months of experience in triage or nursing activities is required
Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of triage practices and first aid
Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol
SKILLS
Skilled in administering first aid, dressing wounds and monitoring vital signs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good command of both written and spoken English
ABILITIES
Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy and maintain confidentiality of patient information
Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in a busy triage unit
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
Application procedure
Interested and qualified, Click here to apply.
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
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