Registered Nurse

University Support Services, LLC; George; On-site; ZAR 906,000 - 1,235,000; Full time

Job summary

St. George's University is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support at University Health Services. The role emphasizes assessment, planning and intervention for patient care, with collaboration across medical and administrative staff.

Key duties include triage, vaccinations, medication dispensing on physician request, and maintaining meticulous records. The candidate should hold an RN license in Grenada and a valid BLS certification, with experience

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Diploma in Nursing is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• RN license issued in Grenada is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and triage medical and surgical emergencies.
• Assist doctor during consultations and examinations.
• Dispense drugs at the doctor's request.
• Screen vital signs and perform minor procedures.
• Administer vaccines and manage patient flow.
• Maintain records and prepare referrals to hospitals.
• Contribute to EMR implementation and data entry.

Skills

Nursing skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

EMR

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

BLS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse

Job Description

The Registered Nurse will demonstrate commitment to the values of St. George's University, by giving exemplary service to the University, its administrators, students and the members of the public who interact with the University. The registered nurse will, with the tools and resources provided, ensure success in the role by providing assessing, planning and Intervention (treatments) of patients at University Health Services.

Objective

The Registered Nurse will demonstrate commitment to the values of St. George's University, by giving exemplary service to the University, its administrators, students and the members of the public who interact with the University. The registered nurse will, with the tools and resources provided, ensure success in the role by providing assessing, planning and Intervention (treatments) of patients at University Health Services.

Essential Functions

Clinical Duties:

• Assess and triage medical and surgical emergencies
• Assist doctor during consultation time in assessing the patients
• Assist doctor with examination of patients and preparing the patients for examination
• Dispense drugs at the doctor's request
• Responsible for screening of vital signs and minor procedures
• Administer vaccines
• Check drugs for expiry dates
• Arrange appointments for patients at the general hospital and for specialists
• Contact the Director or other physician via telephone or messenger in case of an emergency
• Counseling services: family planning, hypertension, diabetes, compliance of drugs for staff andstudents

Administrative Duties

• Maintain Controlled Drugs inventory under the guidance of Director
• Inventory of stock within the UHS Clinic
• Prepare weekly epidemiology report and submit to MOH
• Logging reports from Hospital
• Keep lab reports in Doctors' folder for review
• To ensure that an updated file is kept of all materials that belongs to UHS
• Responsible for keeping an updated record of all patients visiting the clinic and to collect fees as necessary
• Request transport to take students to the hospital in case of injury
• Advise Office Manager making sure that all requirements of the clinic policy is adhered to
• Work cohesively with Senior Nurse and other members in Clinic ensuring best service at all times
• Attend seminars conducted by MOH and SGU
• Contribute to the implementation of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Operations

• Advise senior nurse for arrangements to have needles, syringes and expired drugs incinerated
• Ensure that clinic linen is properly cleaned and oversee general cleaning of the clinic
• Maintain sterile conditions in Clinic
• Maintain medical equipment in good condition as per established schedule
• Ensure that all instruments are cleaned, autoclaved and prepared for doctors

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, discretion, tact and diplomacy
• Exceptional communication, organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
• Attention to Detail and innovative and creative problem-solving skills;
• Problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team and collaborate effectively with diverseconstituencies within a university setting and with external organizations
• Demonstrate high level of confidence in making strategic decisions, using good judgment
• Exceptional time management and customer service
• A commitment and personal responsibility for safety and safety concerns by promotingsafe behaviors based on training and lessons learned;

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to fingers;
• The employee may be required to lift or move patients and supplies;
• This position involves being on ones’ feet for long hours, including standing and walking

• Job involves lifting, being, leaning, pushing and pulling

Hours and Travel

• A typical work week is 40 hours, Sunday through Saturday and on any shift within a 24 hour period;
• No travel is expected for this position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Diploma in Nursing;
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification;
• Two (2) year experience in ambulatory care setting desired;
• Valid RN license issued in Grenada.

St. George's Universityis an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, veteran status or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.