At Bengali Hospital, a Junior General Nurse will work alongside the Senior Nurse, Senior Nurse-Midwife, Physician, other Health Professionals and Bengali Hospital\u2019s Leadership Team. You will support all aspects of the medical process within Bengali Hospital by cultivating a true sense of empathy \u2013 with patients and fellow caregivers alike \u2013 while maintaining professionalism. You will support Bengali\u2019s strategic goal of aligning work around the \u2018Patient First Strategy\u2019; a customer-centred approach to quality healthcare. You must advise patients correctly about their health needs and act as a brand ambassador for Bengali hospital by talking to customers to promote the hospital as a hub for quality healthy living advice and care. Daily collaborate with patients, coordinate with multiple caregivers and care teams. Be part of connecting patients with caregivers and aiding the hospital in better diagnosing conditions, recommend treatments, and monitor patients to make them healthier and happier. You will adhere to Bengali Hospital\u2019s Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Best Practices Guidelines and Bengali Hospital\u2019s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Guidelines for the Health Sector.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Staff Registered Nurse<\/strong><\/p>\n Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Performs duties related to patient care under the direction of regulated Health Care Professionals and\/or Physicians in accordance with hospital standards, policies and procedures.<\/p>\n \u2022 Ensure proper documentation (i.e. patient information and forms are accurate in-patient chart) and when necessary liaising with medical laboratories and\/or providers offices for appropriate patient documentation.<\/p>\n \u2022 Maintain documentation of all patients\u2019 contacts, reviewing and updating records as necessary. Prepare official health documents or records.<\/p>\n \u2022 Ensure Patients get a noise-free environment during their health journey and stay at Bengali Hospital; particularly overnight.<\/p>\n \u2022 Obtain complete health and medical histories from patients including medical, surgical, reproductive, or mental health histories.<\/p>\n \u2022 Set up or monitor the administration of oxygen or medications.<\/p>\n \u2022 Evaluate patients\u2019 laboratory and medical records, requesting assistance from other practitioners when necessary.<\/p>\n \u2022 Test patients\u2019 hemoglobin, hematocrit, and blood glucose levels.<\/p>\n \u2022 Collect specimens for use in laboratory tests.<\/p>\n \u2022 Examine patients to assess general physical condition.<\/p>\n \u2022 Diagnose medical conditions.<\/p>\n \u2022 Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients\u2019 medical treatment plans.<\/p>\n \u2022 Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.<\/p>\n \u2022 Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers and the public.<\/p>\n \u2022 Collect biological specimens from patients.<\/p>\n \u2022 Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.<\/p>\n \u2022 Organizing, planning, prioritizing work, thinking creatively and critically.<\/p>\n \u2022 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.<\/p>\n \u2022 Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.<\/p>\n \u2022 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.<\/p>\n \u2022 Communicating with people outside the organization, positively representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.<\/p>\n \u2022 Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.<\/p>\n \u2022 Record patients\u2019 medical information and vital signs.<\/p>\n \u2022 Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients\u2019 conditions.<\/p>\n \u2022 Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.<\/p>\n \u2022 Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients\u2019 responses and conditions.<\/p>\n \u2022 Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.<\/p>\n \u2022 Instruct individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, or childbirth and develop health improvement programs.<\/p>\n \u2022 Assess the needs of individuals, families, or communities, including assessment of individuals\u2019 home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems.<\/p>\n \u2022 Inform physician of patient\u2019s condition during anesthesia.<\/p>\n \u2022 Administer local, inhalation, intravenous, or other anesthetics\/sedatives to control pain.<\/p>\n \u2022 Administer non-intravenous medications.<\/p>\n \u2022 Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.<\/p>\n \u2022 Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.<\/p>\n \u2022 Treat acute illnesses, infections, or injuries.<\/p>\n \u2022 Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery, examination, or treatments.<\/p>\n \u2022 Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.<\/p>\n Job requires:<\/p>\n \u2022 Being open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace.<\/p>\n \u2022 A willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.<\/p>\n \u2022 Analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.<\/p>\n \u2022 Being honest, ethical, reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.<\/p>\n Critical Values and Attributes:<\/strong><\/p>\n Concern for Others<\/p>\n Attention to Detail<\/p>\n Stress Tolerance<\/p>\n Leadership Self Control<\/p>\n Initiative<\/p>\n Adaptability\/Flexibility<\/p>\n Independence<\/p>\n Analytical\/Critical Thinking<\/p>\n Innovation<\/p>\n KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in nursing.<\/p>\n \u2022 One \u2013 two years\u2019 experience in hospitals \u2013 private and government; nursing and healthcare.<\/p>\n \u2022 A Registered General Nurse (Junior) in good standing with the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association.<\/p>\n \u2022 Strong clinical skills and knowledge in the Ministry of Health mandated health care program areas.<\/p>\n \u2022 Good professional judgment.<\/p>\n \u2022 Good knowledge of the programs, regulations, and procedures of the Ghana Ministry of Health.<\/p>\n \u2022 Ability to use standard Nursing Station medical equipment.<\/p>\n \u2022 Skills and experience related to health education, promotion and prevention.<\/p>\n \u2022 Training or experience in crisis intervention, counselling and supporting individuals is an asset.<\/p>\n \u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.<\/p>\n \u2022 Ability to manage time and workload effectively, and successfully adapt to changes in workload and work environment.<\/p>\n \u2022 Willing to participate in ongoing training and other professional development, and views learning as part of the job.<\/p>\n \u2022 Proficient in Microsoft office Applications and, Operating system.<\/p>\n Licence\/Certification:<\/p>\n \u2022 Ghana Nursing License (preferred)<\/p>\n Work Availability Expectations:<\/p>\n \u2022 Your working hours will be 8 a.m. -2 p.m. or 2 p.m. \u2013 8 p.m. Monday- Saturday\/Sunday.<\/p>\n BENEFITS:<\/strong><\/p>\n Full medical coverage will be provided through our company\u2019s employee benefit plan and will be effective immediately. Bengali Hospital offers a flexible paid time-off plan which includes annual vacation, sick leave, pregnancy and parental leave and bereavement (compassionate) leave. Eligibility for the company retirement plan begins immediately after your start date.<\/p>\n How To Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n Drop your resume and cover letter\/CV with the Health Administrator at Bengali Hospital or email bengalihospital@yahoo.com<\/p>\n Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment<\/p>\n Bengali Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, tribal\/national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or disability. 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