Nurse

Job description

About the job Nurse

Position Summary

The nurse operates within the Family Legacy organization to follow-up, advise, and facilitate treatment of specific children from the direction and guidance of the Hill Wellness Center (HWC) Head of Nursing, Clinical Officer, and/or the Chief Medical Director. The Nurse will operate as a licensed nurse, based on professional guidelines from the General Nursing Counsel (GNC). He or she will provide professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices.

Position Responsibilities

Provide a comprehensive and systematic health assessment on selected children.
Assist clientele in the appropriate access of medical services as directed by the Head of Nursing, Clinical Officer, and/or Chief Medical Director.
Conduct health assessment and status updates of children determined to be at-risk from prior medical assessments.
Provide case management services for the approved children and actively collaborate with the chief medical director in the provision of their care.
Document care and all health findings while maintaining all records as per national and Health Professions Council of Zambia guidelines and in accordance with GNC.
Correspond with parents/guardians on health plan and needs of the child.
Participate in the identification, reporting, and management of students suspected of being abused or neglected.
Assist in the administration and monitoring of student medications and treatments when appropriate, as per the direction of the Head of Nursing, Clinical Officer, and/or HWC Chief Medical Director.
Maintain an environment of patient, team member, and employer confidentiality.
Wear personal protective equipment as per Infection Control and HWC policy.

Skills and Competencies

Be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
Possess excellent project execution skills, be detailed oriented, and possess the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Possess and be willing to display a positive attitude and willingness to be a positive agent for change.
Possess the ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities; be flexible.
Be able to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely with others (internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing), and consistently demonstrate a positive/proactive service attitude.
Consistently maintain ethical behaviors exemplary of quality public service and fair standards, inclusively, and among all employees and members of the public.
Possess a working knowledge of all national regulations that impact clinic operations.
Be willing to operate within the appropriate scope of practice as pertains to your certification(s) and/or licensure.

Position Qualifications

Hold a Diploma or Degree as a Registered Nurse
Maintain an active practicing license with the General Nursing Council
Have 1 year of experience as a clinical nurse
Current (validated within the last 12 months) CPR, Basic Life Support, and/or Advanced Life Support certification preferred
Possess the ability to work flexible and extended hours and travel as needed.
Have the ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds
Possess a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform this job successfully. The jobs responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time. Family Legacy Missions will inform the employee when changes in the respective job description are made.