Job Title: Staff Nurse (3 Jobs)
Organization: AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)
Duty Station: Masindi Hospital (01), Gulu RR Hospital (01), Nakaseke Hospital, Uganda
About US:
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is an international not for profit NGO, with its Headquarters based in Los Angeles, California. AIDS Healthcare Foundation is registered in Uganda as AIDS Healthcare Foundation – Uganda Cares (AHF-Uganda Cares) which is collaboration between the Uganda Ministry of Health and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (U.S.A) to provide free HIV and AIDS services; including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings.
Job Summary: The Staff Nurse provides quality care to patients in a health care
setting. Assists the health care team and may act as a team leader within the scope of
the practice guidelines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides skilled nursing procedures.
- Administers medication as ordered within the scope of practice of the licensee.
- Performs phlebotomy and/or initiates intravenous infusions as ordered (provided is certified)
- Attends and participates in team conferences, meetings, CMEs as required.
- May act as a team leader to assist with the provision and supervision of patient care.
- May supervise care given by other health workers e.g., HIV Medics, ART Aides, Maintenance workers, Interns, Phlebotomists etc.
- Charts notes and medication administration according to protocol.
- Provides patient and family education as directed by the clinical team.
- Exercises appropriate judgment and decision-making
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of Diploma in nursing obtained from a reputable training institution.
- Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council
- Additional qualification in HIV and AIDS counselling will be an added advantage.
- Three years of experience providing similar services in a reputable health facility or organization.
How to Apply:
All candidates should Email their applications (cover letter and updated CV only) to: [email protected] mentioning clearly Position and Location in the subject line. The email should not be larger than 2 MB – any larger email will not be considered.
Deadline: 15th April 2024
NB: Attach application letter, CV and All relevant documents.
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