Staff Nurse

Staff Nurse is responsible for the provision of quality care by maintaining accurate records and in the maintenance of professional standards through continuing education and development. Responsibilities: Resident Care Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet residents’ needs. Administer treatments and medications as prescribed. Assist doctors during examinations, procedures, and treatments. Provide health education and counselling to residents and their family members. Make appropriate diet requisitions and supervise meal serving and feeding of residents. Respond promptly and appropriately to medical and nursing emergencies. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation of all nursing activities. Demonstrate clinical competency, sound judgment, and up-to-date knowledge in delivering resident care. Ensure the safe handling, positioning, and movement of residents in accordance with infection control and safety standards. Follow up on residents to ensure continuity of care and adherence to treatment plans. Administrative Deputize the Nurse Manager in her/his absence. Adhere to organizational, operational, and nursing policies and procedures. Ensure proper and economical usage of medical supplies and resources. Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents and staff. Assist in indenting and managing ward supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels. Maintain safe custody and proper documentation of controlled drugs. Ensure all medical and ward equipment are in safe, functional, and serviceable condition. Participate in clinical and service quality improvement initiatives. Teaching & Supervision Assign duties to and supervise junior staff in the provision of resident care. Assist the Nurse Manager in planning and conducting orientation programmes for new staff. Teach, guide, and mentor junior and new staff to ensure competency in clinical skills and resident care standards. Serve as a resource person, providing support a…