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  • Posted: Jul 4, 2022
    Deadline: Jul 8, 2022
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    We have created a loving environment for aging seniors, where longevity is flavoured with an excellent quality of life. Located in a cosy estate in Ikorodu, Lagos, Rockgarden homes provides world-class, skilled, and compassionate care for the elderly, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week” Secure in the use of ever-evolving best evidence-based principles, a...
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    Head Nurse

    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.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified candidates should send the documents below to: rockgardenhomes.recruitment@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

    Attached Documents

    • An application letter explaining how your experience matches the essential criteria and your salary expectations.
    • An up-to-date CV. This should include the names, addresses (including email), and phone numbers of two professional referees.
    • A recent Passport Photograph.

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