Job Description

Posted on March 14, 2022

Employment Opportunity
Family Legacy Missions Zambia (FLMZ) is a Faith based organization that upholds Christian values and morals in the education of the orphaned and vulnerable children it serves. The organization seeks to recruit suitably qualified, experienced and competent individuals who will demonstrate commitment to FL mission, vision, and values to be based in Lusaka for the following position:
REGISTERED NURSE
Job Summary
Provides professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Greets patients, takes initial information and prepares them for physical examination. Performs general nursing care as prescribed by the physician including administering medications (injections, IV therapy, distributing sample medications), performing treatments, patient assessment and education.
Typical Responsibilities

Work in harmony with other members of the healthcare team to provide quality service to patients.
Implement and monitor patient care plans.
Take part in quality assurance audits, including continuing education, medication administration review, and peer review.
Ensure continuous flow of communication with leadership of healthcare clinic to enhance quality of healthcare service to patients.
Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Document care and all health findings while maintaining all records as per national and HPCZ guidelines.
Assess and coordinate patient’s continued care needs with members of the healthcare team.
Participate in the identification, reporting, and management of students suspected of being abused or neglected
Correspond with parents/guardians on health plan and needs of the child.
Maintain an environment of patient, team member, and employer confidentiality.
Wear personal protective equipment as per Infection Control and HWC policy.
Perform other tasks that may be assigned by a supervisor

Skills and Competencies

 Be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
Possess excellent project execution skills, be detail oriented, and possess the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Possess and be willing to display a positive attitude and willingness to be a positive agent for change.
Possess the ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities; be flexible.
Be able to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely with others (internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing), and consistently demonstrate a positive/proactive service attitude.
Possess a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
Possess the ability to work flexible and extended hours and travel as needed.
Have the ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.

 Educational Qualifications

Hold a Diploma or Degree as a Registered Nurse.
Maintain an active practicing license with the General Nursing Council.
Hold current (validated within the last 12 months) CPR and/or Advanced Life Support certification.

Kindly follow this link to apply and complete the application process by sending your CV to [email protected]
Closing date: 25th March 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply for this job email your details to careers@familylegacyzambia.org