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Beit CURE Hospital

Provides Specialty Medical Treatment in Orthopaedics & ENT

Beit CURE Hospital is a children’s charity hospital founded by a Christian
Mission Organization, CURE International. We specialize in the surgical
treatment of disabilities in Orthopedics and ENT. Position Details

Position Title Recovery Room Nurse (01)

Reports to Theatre Matron

Location Lusaka

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Recovery Nurse will provide care for patients recovering from general,
regional or local anesthesia as well as maintain their safety. He/She will
work as part of a team to provide a safe, cost effective, efficient care
environment for patients, relatives and caregivers. The nurse will be expected
to function clinically within the Operating Department and other associated
areas as required such as the ward/OPD/Pharmacy. He/She will participate in
the training of junior staff and continue their own personal and professional
development by rotating within the theatre department.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1\. Reports to shift on time
2\. Contributes to devotional time
3\. Demonstrates a positive rapport and cooperative work relationship with
associates.
4\. Displays a willingness to learn new skills, concepts etc.
5\. Demonstrates a caring, Christ-like attitude toward patients, their
families and staff.
6\. Communicates effectively with other disciplines within the facility to
ensure a continuum of patient care.
7\. Follows instructions when given by OR Nurse-in-charge.
8\. Maintains confidentiality of all CURE patient records and only discusses
patient data that is pertinent to the involved health care provider.
9\. Demonstrates respect for all patients regardless of tribal origin, gender,
race, religion, disease process or financial status.
10\. Takes into consideration and assures patient’s rights of confidentiality,
dignity and privacy.
11\. Practices Universal Precautions on all patients.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

1\. A recovery room nurse provides constant care to patients immediately
following surgery and ensures a safe environment.
2\. Patient monitoring of vital signs on a regular basis, ensuring that the
patient is breathing and must report any signs of negative physical changes to
the Anesthetist.
3\. The nurse must observe the patient to assess their level of comfort, pain
and administers pain medications that have been prescribed.
4\. Assists with daily routines of OR as instructed by the in-charge.
5\. The nurse must be able to use the monitors, warmers and all the equipment
in PACU.
6\. The nurse must keep DDA and medicine stocks up to date under lock and key.
7\. Helps in packing of sets for sterilization, Keeps PACU and autoclave room
well organized.
8\. The nurse makes theatre documentation of records, and communicates
information in verbal or written form to other theatre staff, the ward and to
physicians.
9\. Receives and hands over surgical patients at the receiving bay to and from
the ward and theatre.
10\. The recovery room nurse can work any type of shift as needed.

CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1\. Assists in the updating of Professional practice/procedures in line with
current evidence based research.
2\. Contributes to the learning environment conducive for theater nurses and
other healthcare staff.
3\. Assists in the implementation of Cure International policies and
procedures as outlined in the policy document.
4\. Maintains own personal profile and ensures that they meet the requirements
for license renewal by the General Nursing Council of Zambia (GNC).
5\. Education and Training by attending all mandatory training and ensuring
that renewals are booked in a timely manner as agreed by the Theatre manager
such as Fire training.
6\. Successfully complete key learning courses from the Online Educational
Portal as mandated by the program managers/matron.
7\. Initiate own professional development within agreed parameters and be
involved in any aspects of training that is important for the whole surgical
team such as infection control.

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1\. Full grade twelve (12) certificate.
2\. Diploma in Critical Care Nursing, Degree will be an added advantage.
3\. Minimum of 2-3 years experience in theatre recovery room/PACU.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

1\. Must possess strong organizational and administrative skills.
2\. Ability to effectively teach medical techniques & skills to other medical
personnel
3\. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with good listening
skills
4\. Have a strong sense of personal and team accountability
5\. Able to multitask , fluent in English and two local languages

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

i. Submit applications by Email to – zm.recruitment@cureinternational.org

The Human Resources and Administration Manager
Beit Cure Hospital
P.O. Box 36961
Plot No. 34872a Great North Road
Lusaka

ii. Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is 12th March 2021.



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