Head Nurse at Rockgarden Homes

Job Summary

• Due to the growth of our organization, we presently require the services of a homecare nurse with a willingness to be with us in the long term.

Job Description

• The main function of the Head Nurse (HN) is to deputize for the Nursing Manager.
• The NM will work as part of a team of professionals and medical staff that includes doctors, physiotherapists, and Home Care Assistants, providing care to aged adults in a Residential Setting.
• S/He will be involved in the social work aspect of healthcare as well as the clinical aspect.
• S/He will provide needed companionship to clients, lending an ear and letting them know they are being listened to.
• S/He will assist older adults with daily tasks such as personal grooming, dressing, and feeding.
• Ability and willingness to help lift patients into and out of their beds, chairs, or bathtubs if required.
• Helps patrons care for themselves by teaching the use of walkers, frames, special utensils to eat, special techniques, and equipment for personal hygiene.
• You will supervise junior staff to ensure thorough cleaning and sanitizing of clients’ rooms and the work environment to maintain excellent standards of cleanliness.
• You must be willing and motivated to work extra hours in unusual periods of increased work demands and may be assigned other tasks as management decides.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing holistic healthcare to senior citizens in a residential setting.
• You will efficiently supervise Home Care Assistants and other junior staff.
• Fulfilling all reasonable requests from clients, to ensure their comfort, satisfaction and sa,fety.
• Caring for and educating clients and their relatives about their conditions, as well as establishing trust and building rapport with clients and their families.
• You will consult with physicians, establish treatment plans, operate medical equipment and pe, and perform diagnostic checks and tests.
• Daily monitoring and recording of patrons’ conditions and vital signs
• Documenting daily care services and medication management
• Escorting clients to appointments (doctor, physical therapy, hair salon, etc.)
• Maintains, evaluates, and interprets cumulative health data to accommodate the individual needs of clients.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following aseptic standards and procedures; maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards.

Minimum Requirements

• BNSc, RN, BS, or Diploma in nursing. PPN, BLS, and ACLS will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of practice experience as a registered nurse in a clinical setting.
• Full registration and affiliation with relevant professional bodies with the knowledge, ability, and, experience of caring for older adults.
• Ability to use electronic medical software.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• A compassionate, caring, and patient nature.
• Pleasant personality, team player, with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in both written and spoken information.
• A flexible and highly adaptable approach to work.
• Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide first aid during medical emergencies, such as heart attacks, strokes, etc.
• Proven management and administrative experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of more than one major Nigerian language will be an added advantage.
• Willingness to have only 10 days off in a month, since accommodation is available onsite.