Ward Nurse

1.   SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES   Provides a full range of therapeutic and nursing care activities to the patient Receives new patients and prepares patients for Operation Documents patients information in the medical file as per policies and procedures Inserts/ monitors Intravenous lines 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 Assesses patient’s physical, emotional, mental and psychological status and reports any changes to Surgeon postoperatively Provides patient education to patient/family Coordinates patient’s activities and treatment between different departments Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when needed Supervises the Nurse Assistant job duties Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by the patient’s condition and/or policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and staff Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift Participates in the Quality Improvement plan of the department Ensures adequate supplies (Medication, Medical equipment, etc…) and stock is available to meet patient’s needs Applies Universal Precaution techniques Abides by ICRC policies and procedures   2.   GENERAL DUTIES   Understands the three components of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement Applies the security rules at all times Respects and observes staff regulations of the ICRC in the hospital Performs duties and tasks not covered in this job description Provides support to other departments when necessary Minimum required knowledge & experience: Professional diploma in Nursing: B.S, L.T, T.S 2 - 3 years work experience in similar function Good knowledge of spoken and written English Good computer skills