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Internal Position No. Job Title Closing Date Department
MHSD 32 of 2023
Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant

Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly

Role Summary

The successful applicant will supervise, monitor and report on Adina Donovan Home activities in a competent and efficient manner, to ensure the well-being of the geriatric residents.

Main Responsibilities

1. Produces Nurse’s notes monthly to ensure records are kept up to date.
2. Administers treatment, reviews and updates prescriptions in accordance with Home Physician to ensure correct medicinal treatment is given to patients.
3. Contacts Home Physician in medical emergencies with referral to Hospital if necessary.
4. Informs Senior Assistant Nurse on any matter requiring further action.
5. Informs Assistant Manager/Nurse of any staff misconduct or unauthorised absence.
6. Performs any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Practical Nursing Certification or equivalent
  • Registration with Nursing Council
  • Seven (7) years related experience
  • Good knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
  • Good knowledge of Patient Care and Health and Safety Procedures in a Clinical Environment
  • Ability to handle equipment such as wheelchairs, beds and other medical equipment
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good knowledge of nursing procedures and practices and their application in caring for the elderly resident
  • Good knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and relevant software applications
13 December 2023
13 December 2023 Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly
PSC 127 of 2023
Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly

Role Summary

The successful applicant will oversee and administer direct and indirect nursing care to residents of Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly.

Main Responsibilities

1. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the unit and the supervision of assigned staff.
2. Report on daily patient activities per shift. Submit reports on accidents, incidents and such other occurrences to the Assistant Manager, for risk management purposes. Provide regular status reports to the patient’s physician.
3. Maintain accurate records and reporting systems for continuing care, legal purposes and ensures that all members of the care team are aware of resident-related matters.
4. Respond promptly to institutional or other emergency calls requiring extra duty, mobilization of emergency systems, evacuation of patients.
5. Control the residents’ environment to ensure safety, hygienic and aesthetic conditions and control of noise and traffic flows.
6. Request, store, monitor, control, administer and document pharmaceuticals. Control, secure and maintain legal records for Schedule I Dangerous Drug.
7. Complete rounds and administer IM and IV medication as ordered by physician.
8. Collect and analyse data to identify residents’ needs.
9. Monitor and document residents’ responses to treatment and medication.
10. Contact physician in cases of emergency and refers residents to the emergency room in the absence of the physician.
11. Collaborate with other members of the care team to achieve the highest quality of care.
12. Respond appropriately to residents’ call in a timely and professional manner.
13. Perform any other duties assigned by your supervisor or other senior officers to ensure the efficient and effectiveness of the Rainbow Children’s Home. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
  • Three (3) years’ work experience in the field
  • At least 5 (five) years in as senior Nurse in a hospital or similar setting
  • Certificate in gerontology
  • Registered in the Virgin Islands with a current license
  • Sound knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
  • Sound knowledge of applicable policies, regulations and laws
  • Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications
  • Excellent knowledge of basic nursing and ethical nursing practice
  • Sound oral and written communication skills
  • Sound time management and organisational skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure
13 December 2023
13 December 2023 Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly

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