| Job Title | Nurse Aide |
| Department | Operations |
| Reporting to | Case Worker |
| Responsible for | Care Assistant |
| Internal relationships | All Department Heads; Senior Management Team |
| External relationships | Advisors, Donors, External Auditors, Partners, Government Agencies |
| Position Function | This position is responsible for help Nurses in providing care to patients. In involves assisting patients with basic daily activities. |
| Main duties and responsibilities | Support patients with their physical and medicinal needs.Communicate with patients, family members, and staff about patient needs and progress.Cultivate a nurturing environment that puts emotional and psychological safety at the forefront.Provide patients with care that aligns with current therapeutic standards and codes of conduct.Fill out paperwork and keep track of patient information, such as vital numbers, health goals, and administered medication.Maintain a sterile work environment and adhere to safety and health standards.Stay attuned to patient health irregularities and notify the appropriate staff when help is required.Ensure all equipment and machinery is in good working order.Collaborate with Nurse and other medical staff to ensure patients have the appropriate individualized care |
| Key Competences and Skills | ConfidentialityGood teamwork skillsExcellent attention to detailPatient centered careAbility to understand needsGreat written and verbal communicationHigh integrity and honesty.Ability to carefully read and follow directionsFlexibility in work duties and scheduleAbility to lift and move patients |
| Qualifications and experience | MSCE or equivalent Must have at least 1-years hands on experience in nursing care and treatment of patients in a busy environment.Must have experience in customer care.Must be able to work at odd hours and with minimum supervision. |
Job Category: Operations
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Blantyre