Nursing Officer

The Nurse/Midwife will be responsible for giving high standards of care to patients/clients under the supervision of the designated Senior Nursing Officer. As part of a multidisciplinary team, she/he will be expected to assess clients, respond to needs, recognizes abnormal findings, and escalates care. She/he should be prepared to work in ANC, Prenatal ward, Labor Ward, Theatre and both High and Low risks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

• Plans and implements comprehensive quality care using the nursing/midwifery process and critical thinking 
• Provide optimal care to the individual patient/client in a non-judgmental environment where patients and caregivers feel safe and comfortable
• Facilitates adherence to standard Infection prevention and control practices.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of all nursing and midwifery care activities provided.
• Prepares, restocks; and keeps clean and tidy all working areas, examination rooms, wards and delivery rooms
• Ensure that all clients are accurately and thoroughly assessed on admission
• Appropriately triages patients and escalates care in a timely manner for medical/senior review.
• Administers medication and treatment prescribed for the patients accurately and on time.
• Attends morning handovers and participates in clinical decision-making in grand rounds.
• Conducts routine educational sessions for patients and families in the clinic and on the wards.
• Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training programs which may be conducted within or outside the clinic if required.
• Supervises and mentors students and junior staff ensuring adherence to protocols and procedures
• Appropriately prepares and assists surgeons during operative procedures
• Analyzes data and uses it for decision making

Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Minimum of BSc Degree in Nursing and Midwifery obtained from a recognized institution with at least two years of relevant experience.
• Training in midwifery and emergency obstetrics is essential.       
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment a must
• Efficient communication skills in Chichewa and English
• Motivation and enthusiasm to learn and improve
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of care
• Capacity to use critical thinking
• High level of respect and care for patients/clients

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan