Position Summary: To accept primary responsibility and accountability in delegating and assisting in the provision of quality comprehensive nursing care to the patients and to relieve the head nurse/nursing supervisor of the assigned unit as necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities: This job description is intended to provide an overview and is not all-inclusive. The job description may be changed as deemed appropriate by Girum Hospital.
1. Assists in planning nursing care (bed making, patient positioning, feeding, bed bath, mouth care, nail care, hair care, diaper changing, etc.);
2. Prepares and administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians;
3. Gives oral and written reports of pertinent information to oncoming staff;
4. Makes daily rounds, recording and reporting and progress on nursing note;
5. Adheres to policies and procedures of the Health Care Services;
6. Responsible for safety and welfare of clients through proper implementation of nursing procedures;
7. Follows Universal Precautions and Infection Control guidelines;
8. Assists team members as needs arise. Duties may require lifting up to 50 pounds;
9. Demonstrates flexibility in recognizing and participating in 24 hour staffing if need occurs;
11. Maintains attendance and observes working hours, starting time, lunch period, breaks, sign-out time, etc;
12. Complies with work rules, regulations, and instructions, follows established systems and Procedures and completes assignments with minimal supervision;
13. Participates actively in the growth and development of nursing personnel through monthly staff meetings, daily reports, nursing rounds, and staff development meetings;
14. Collect sample, send to laboratory and collect the result on time;
15. Report to the head nurse or the person in charge about any damaged patient room equipment’s or working instruments;
16. Be knowledgeable regarding fire and disaster plans;
Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
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Required standards and work rules & regulations