Triage Nurse

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 Welcome patients, inform them about how the facility functions and ensure the availability of a comfortable waiting area for them and attendants
 Ensure good flow of patients to avoid overcrowded rooms and patients standing up for a long time while waiting for their turn

 Bring any patient with an obvious serious medical problem to the attention of the nurse supervisor or Clinical Officer
 Collaborate with Data Clerks to complete patient registration forms in accordance with MTI protocol and maintain files in good condition; ensure confidentiality of patient data

 Monitor vital signs, dress wounds, administer injections and check vaccination status of children less than 5 years old

 Assist in maintaining a clean environment in the triage unit
 Participate in health education of patient and attendant as needed

 Support in family planning, immunization services, and dispensing medicine as requested

 Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct

 Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
 Certificate in Comprehensive Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery is required
 Registration with Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council is required
 Valid practising license is required

EXPERIENCE
 Minimum 6 months of experience in triage or nursing activities is required
 Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
 Knowledge of triage practices and first aid
 Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol

SKILLS
 Skilled in administering first aid, dressing wounds and monitoring vital signs
 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
 A good command of both written and spoken English

ABILITIES
 Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
 Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first

 Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy and maintain confidentiality of patient information
 Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in a busy triage unit
 Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 6

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

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