Ward Nurse

Job Purpose

The Ward Nurse will be responsible for providing highquality patientcentered care to individuals admitted for medical and/or surgical treatment. He/ She will assess plan implement and evaluate patient care to ensure safety comfort and effective recovery. The Ward Nurse will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and maintain a safe and efficient ward environment.

Core Responsibilities

Patient Assessment and Care

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients by monitoring vital signs (temperature blood pressure pulse) and analyzing physical conditions.
• Conduct wound assessments and dress them accordingly ensuring aseptic techniques are adhered to prevent infection and ensure healing.
• Monitor patients pain levels ensuring the adequate and appropriate administration of pain relief strategies.
• Ensure the accurate documentation of fluid intake/output and monitor patients for signs of dehydration overhydration or electrolyte imbalances.

Medication Administration and Monitoring

• Appropriately administer prescribed medications and monitor patients for any adverse changes or side effects and report to the right medical personnel.
• Administer medications accurately and safely including oral parenteral and topical medications.
• Ensure proper documentation of medication administration and patient response.
• Document vital signs accurately and promptly.
• Identify and respond to abnormal vital signs and report any significant changes to the healthcare team.

Safety Wound Care and Infection Prevention

• Perform wound care procedures including dressing changes and debridement as prescribed.
• Monitor for signs of infection and implement appropriate infection prevention measures.
• Ensure that patients environments are clean safe and conducive for recovery following AMCE health and safety guidelines.

Patient and Family Education:

• Provide clear and concise patient education on health conditions medications procedures and discharge instructions.
• Address patient and family concerns and answer questions in a compassionate and informative manner.
• Provide guidance and support on lifestyle changes such as diet exercise and hygiene especially when managing conditions such as hypertension diabetes or surgical recovery.
• Provide instructions and guidance to patients and families on wound care and hygiene to improve healing.
• Encourage patient participation in their own care and promote selfmanagement strategies.

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments interventions and outcomes.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures for documentation and recordkeeping.
• Utilize electronic health records effectively to facilitate communication and improve patient care.

Team Management

• Carry outward activities to ensure appropriate resource allocation and quality services to patients and their families.
• Assist in the management of patient discharges ensuring they are done in a safe and timely manner with the appropriate followup instructions.

Qualifications :

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors degree in nursing (BSc Nursing) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Advanced training in surgical nursing wound care or related clinical modules/workshops is an advantage.

Professional Requirements

• Valid nursing license
• Membership in relevant medical associations
• Basic Life Support or other speciality certifications is an advantage

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in a hospital
• Specific experience in medicalsurgical nursing including managing patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions such as diabetes heart failure pneumonia postoperative care and wound care.
• Experience managing patients with complex multidisciplinary needs

Competency Requirements

1. Knowledge Requirements

• A deep understanding of common medical and surgical conditions including their pathophysiology signs and symptoms and treatment modalities.
• Knowledge of common diagnostic tests and procedures such as blood tests Xrays and endoscopies
• Familiarity with various medical equipment including infusion pumps oxygen therapy devices and monitoring equipment.
• Indepth knowledge of medications commonly used in medicalsurgical settings including their indications dosages side effects and contraindications.
• Understanding of medication administration routes and techniques such as oral intravenous intramuscular and subcutaneous
• Ability to calculate medication dosages accurately and safely.
• Knowledge of standard precautions and transmissionbased precautions to prevent the spread of infections.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques for wound care and other invasive procedures.
• Familiarity with hospitalacquired infection prevention strategies such as hand hygiene and environmental cleaning

2. Skill Requirements

• Effective communication skills to interact with patients families and healthcare team members
• Strong clinical assessment problemsolving skills and the ability to perform effectively in sensitive situations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in patient assessment and criticalthinking abilities to prioritize patient safety.
• Strong collaborative skills to work seamlessly within a fastpaced multidisciplinary environment.
• Good leadership skills to mentor junior staff and take initiative

3. Personal Abilities

• Professional attitude towards work
• Shares the AMCEs vision.
• Proactive and organized
• Commitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient care.
• Has personal and professional credibility and commands the respect of colleagues and peers. 
• Supportive and approachable and capable of inspiring confidence in staff members
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in highpressure situations.
• High attention to detail
• Openness to new ideas and continuous improvement
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High levels of honesty and integrity
• Empathy and compassion for patients with a focus on delivering patientcentred care

Additional Information :

African Medical Centre of Excellence Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background gender race and other protected characteristics.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime