Senior Nursing Officer (Nursing)

Reference: HRM 72/173/40 - MSWNH

Reports to: Principal Nursing Officer (Nursing)

Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or its equivalent from a recognized Institution. Experience: At least three (3) years’ working experience as a Nursing Officer (Nursing) in

Government. Other

Good communication, counseling and interpersonal skills. Duties and

Responsibilitie

s: j) Assist in planning, directing, coordinating, budgeting, monitoring and evaluating nursing services for the Hospital. k) Ensure twenty-four (24) hour coverage by nursing staff. l) Requisition for equipment and other supplies. m) Ensure that equipment is secure, functional and well maintained.

n) Assess the performance of Nursing Staff as well as coaching, mentoring and training Page 47 of 62

them. o) Initiate and participate in operational research activities. p) Promote observance of the Professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics by staff under him or her. q) Assist in planning, implementing and monitoring outreach services in the catchment area. r) Manage and account for allocated resources. s) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.