Ward Nurse Rhuh (Reconstructive Surgery)

The Reconstructive Ward Nurse, under the supervision of the Head Nurse, implements and monitors the objectives defined by the delegation towards the RHUH project. Ensures the delivery of quality nursing care, hygiene, infection control and safe medication practice on the Acute Surgical/Reconstructive Ward. Independently follows up and updates specific files. He/She is also responsible for practical implementation of institutional and ICRC guidelines and protocols. Main responsibilities Actively participates in planning, delivering, monitoring and evaluating reconstructive surgical patient care in the clinical area(s) of responsibility, ensuring a standardised approach to nursing care by following agreed ICRC standard protocols, guidelines and hospital policies. Administers medications (intravenously, intramuscular, subcutaneous, orally, rectally) as prescribed by physician Performs dressing change using aseptic techniques as per the prescribed protocol Takes vital signs, empty drains and documents patient’s intake output on nursing charts and patient’s medical file   Profile Professional diploma or university degree (Registered Diploma) 3 - 5 years’ nursing experience in general and orthopedic surgery Good knowledge of written and spoken English Good computer skills Good communication skills Good analytical skills Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team