Nurse

Job Opportunity — Uganda Martyrs' Hospital (UMH), Diocese of Jinja

A newly established state-of-the-art Private Not for Profit (PNFP) teaching and research hospital in Jinja City, founded by the Catholic Diocese of Jinja — clinical excellence with Christ-centered compassion.

Job Title: Nurse (11 Positions — 3 Registered, 8 Enrolled)

Department: Medical | Reports to: Director of Nursing

Main Purpose of the Job: To provide quality nursing services and participate in implementing the HICH Nursing standards of care. Duties include listening to patients, developing treatment plans, and creating coping strategies.

Key Results Areas: - Assess patients, undertake and record patient observations, interpret data, and take appropriate action. - Application of the nursing process. - Provide Holistic Nursing Care. - Infection prevention and control. - Diagnostic Screening. - Documentation and record keeping. - Evidence-Based Practice. - Career growth and professional development.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide quality nursing services. - Prepare and submit reports. - Counsel and provide guidance to patients. - Promote infection prevention and control practices. - Coach and mentor junior Enrolled Nurses. - Participate in research activities for evidence-based practice. - Implement nursing protocols/standards. - Account for supplies and drugs. - Conduct PHC and health education. - Strictly adhere to code of conduct and ethics.

Professional Requirements: - Must have a Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution. - Must be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council (UNMC) and hold a valid practicing license. - Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a busy hospital is preferred. - Ability to use computers to enter information is an added advantage.