REGISTERED NURSE – National Youth Service

EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT
National Youth Service an equal opportunity employer invites all interested candidates who have necessary experience to apply for the following position.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Clinical Nursing/primary healthcare of Trainees: The role will ensure smooth administration of primary healthcare treatments and prescribes medication in relation to the injuries/ailment and in accordance with legislation.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)
⦁ Administers Primary Healthcare treatments and prescribes medication in relation to injury/ailment and in accordance with legislation.
⦁ Takes necessary emergency action and care depending on seriousness of injuries/illnesses.
⦁ Perform physical examinations and simple tests such as urine.
⦁ Conducts routine check-ups of patients according to specific needs and situations.
⦁ Provides support and advice on health, well-being, family planning and medication, side effects and interactions.
⦁ Refers specialized conditions to specialists and other medical resources as necessary
⦁ Records all information and details of patients according to required procedure.
⦁ Records medicine stock and supplies to monitor when received and dispensed.
Ordering of medical supply.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
⦁ 4-year degree in nursing, as well as registration with the Health Professions Council of Namibia.
⦁ 3 years’ experience in a clinic environment, of which 2 of those years should be as a Registered Nurse.
Supplementary requirements
⦁ Dispensing course for health professionals in Namibia will be added advantage.