Senior Nursing Officer (Paediatrics)

Reference: HRM 72/173/15 - Mbale RRH

Reports to: Principal Nursing Officer

Qualifications: i. BSc. In Nursing or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution. ii. Evidence of training in Paediatrics. Experience: At least three (3) years working experience as a Nursing Officer in Government. Other

Good communication, counseling, team building and interpersonal skills. Duties and

a) Receive patients, register admissions, discharge patients and record deaths. b) Provide nursing care services to patients. c) Keep patients comfortable and ensure a clean and safe environment. d) Ensure that aseptic techniques are observed.

e) Participate in bedside nursing procedures as a member of the caring team. Page 20 of 62

f) Participate in Doctors ward rounds. g) Prepare patient for meals and participate in serving them. h) Prepare daily Ward reports and hand over to in-coming shift. i) Participate in research activities. j) Impart knowledge and skills to students and staff. k) Manage and account for allocated resources. l) Adhere to the relevant Codes of Conduct and Ethics. m) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.