A private medical facility in Champs Fleurs and Port-of-Spain is recruiting a nursing assistant at the moment .

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Nursing Assistant Reports To: General Manager

JOB SUMMARY

To provide nursing support and services to patients and practitioners on a daily basis to ensure the efficient and effective provision of outstanding patient care.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

➢ Provides all patient care in a manner that reflects respect for patient rights, dignity, values, culture preferences and expressed needs.

➢ Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients and families.

➢ Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs (weight, temperature, blood pressure etc.) and records statistics or other health information.

➢ Escorts patients to and from examining rooms etc. and assists patients who need help walking or standing (on wheel chair, crotches etc.)

➢ Maintains hygienic and safe working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures.

➢ Prepares rooms, and decontaminates equipment and instruments.

➢ Assists physicians in the operation of medical equipment and performs daily checks of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning (machines are plugged in; imaging paper is stocked etc.)

➢ Assists practitioners to perform medical procedures or assist with provision of patient care (e.g assist with biopsy, ultrasounds; apply bandages, dressings; administer

medication; etc.)

➢ Enters, records, stores, or maintains information in written or electronic form (e.g., enters patient details on ultrasound machine; ensures correct patient information on intake forms; ensures medical prescription, results and referrals are stamped etc)

➢ Checks medical supply stock in Treatment Room and doctors' offices on a regular basis for maintaining inventory level, and restocks if required.

➢ Assists with the coordination of the work and activities of Ground Floor staff.

➢ Monitors processes on the ground floor to ensure efficient patient flow, detects and assists with problems.

➢ Other projects assigned by management

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT FUNCTIONS:

The Nursing Assistant must at all times perform the duties and accountabilities of your position safely. You must at all times work safely, obey the rules, regulations and safety instruction given to you, use all safety equipment and tools properly and safely, attend all scheduled safety training sessions, help to achieve the company's safety goals and objectives and immediately report unsafe conditions to the General Manager. This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative of the tasks performed by this position and is not all- inclusive.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Establishing Focus: The ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the business mission.

Fostering Teamwork: Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving and results.

Analytical Thinking: The ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic sequential approach. Forward Thinking: The ability to anticipate the implication and consequences of situations and take appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingences. Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Nurse’s Aide theories and practices. The ability to demonstrate depth of knowledge and skill in technical areas.

Decisiveness: Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized qualification in the related field or in the process of completing similar qualifications. Not less than two (2) years’ experience as a Nursing/Medical Assistant. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of basic arithmetic

· Accuracy and Numeracy

· Attention to detail

· Ability to work in a fast pace, high stress environment.

· Ability to work independently and within a team environment

· Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.

· Reliability and Punctuality

· Interpersonal Communication/Written and Verbal Communication

· Compassion and Patience

· Telephone Etiquette

· Customer Service

· Positive Attitude and Personable

· Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical equipment

NOTE:

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. The position is for Port-of Spain and Champs Fleurs area and the position would require the candidate to have a vehicle or access to a vehicle since long hours maybe required at times .There would be a mandatory 3 month probationary period as well .

COMPENSATION:

$6000-7000 per month negotiable and a yearly bonus based on performance.

Healthcare and Medical jobs

Nursing/medical assistant