Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Annotto Bay Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invites applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 1) at the Annotto Bay Hospital.
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the
administration of nursing services within the hospital.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting
• nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the
• Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injectionsubcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

Salary Scale: $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 September 20 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann,
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invite applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of Enrolled Assistant Nurse (HTAC/EAN 1) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the
administration of nursing services within the hospital.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting
• nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the
• Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injection-subcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 August 23 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann,
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - Black River Hospital

 

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position at the BLACK RIVER HOSPITAL: ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE (HTAC/EAN 1) (salary range $2,078,360 – $2,470,517 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the hygienic, nutritional, elimination, psychological and psychosocial needs of the patient and share the responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica

Specific Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions, and to work under guidance
• Conforms to rules and regulations
• Good verbal communication skills
• Possess good customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Good supervisory skills

Key responsibilities will include:

• Attending to the hygienic needs of the patient.
• Assisting with the nutritional needs of the patient.
• Assisting with the elimination needs of the patient by providing bedpans and urinals.
• Maintaining sterility of pick-up forceps and arrange trays and sets.
• Assisting with the maintenance of the storage room for sundry items.
• Accompanying patients to clinics for procedures and other facilities for continuation of care.
• Conveying/collecting specimen items to/from pharmacy/laboratory.
• Making dressings and assists with packing drums, return soiled sets etc. to CSSD.
• Performing simple dressings as instructed
• Assisting in admission of patients and ensures custodial care of belongings according to hospital policy.
• Assisting in discharge of patients and returns belongings to patient/family according to hospital policy.

Special conditions associated with the job:

• May be required to work beyond normal working hours to include holidays and weekends.
• Light physical effort is required e.g. frequent sitting, standing or walking or a requirement for regular handling of lightweight objects.
• Increased exposure to health risks.

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than June 26, 2024 to:
The Assistant Human Resource Officer,
Black River Hospital,
45 High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth,
FAX (876) 965-9294
E-Mail – brhjobs00@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY EMAIL**

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Lionel Town Hospital

 

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position in LIONEL TOWN HOSPITAL: ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE (HTAC/EAN 1)- VACANT (salary range $1,922,483 – $2,285,228 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the hygienic, nutritional, elimination, psychological and psychosocial needs of the patient and share the responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica

Specific Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions, and to work under guidance
• Conforms to rules and regulations
• Good verbal communication skills
• Possess good customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Good supervisory skills

Key responsibilities will include:

• Attending to the hygienic needs of the patient.
• Assisting with the nutritional needs of the patient.
• Assisting with the elimination needs of the patient by providing bedpans and urinals.
• Assisting with basic counselling of patients such as comforting patients to alleviate fears.
• Maintaining sterility of pick-up forceps and arrange trays and sets.
• Assisting with the maintenance of the storage room for sundry items.
• Accompanying patients to clinics for procedures and other facilities for continuation of care.
• Conveying/collecting specimen items to/from pharmacy/laboratory.
• Making dressings and assists with packing drums, return soiled sets etc. to CSSD.
• Performs simple dressings as instructed.
• Assisting in admission of patients and ensures custodial care of belongings according to hospital policy.
• Assisting in discharge of patients and returns belongings to patient/family according to hospital policy.

Special conditions associated with the job:

• May be required to work beyond normal working hours to include holidays and weekends.
• Light physical effort is required e.g. frequent sitting, standing or walking or a requirement for regular handling of lightweight objects.
• Increased exposure to health risks.

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Monday, March 25, 2024 to:
Senior Human Resource Officer
Clarendon Health Department
1-3 Jackson Street
Denbigh, Clarendon
E-Mail: lthpersonnel@gmail.com

**PLEASE INDICATE IN THE ‘SUBJECT LINE’ THE NAME OF THE POSITION TO WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING**
NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

 

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (HTAC/EAN 1) (Vacant)

Salary Scale: $1,922,483 – $2,285,228 per annum

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the incumbent is responsible to ensure blood donors are appropriately managed to assure successful donation of blood, with no damage to donor health and recipient protection from transmission of diseases or drugs present in blood.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Blood donated
• Appropriate samples per donation procured
• Blood appropriately stored
• Donor care and counseling successfully carried out

Key responsibility areas

• Assists in selection of suitable donor by taking careful medical history
• Assists in carrying out limited physical examination of donor, including temperature, pulse rate, weight, blood pressure observation of skin and general physical fitness
• Carries out phlebotomy of donors either at fixed sites or on mobile operation
• Assure general nursing care of donors during and after phlebotomy
• Perform related function as required for e.g. securing suitable samples, stripping blood bags

Special Conditions Associated with Job

• Sometimes long hours
• Occasionally standing for extended periods

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Certification as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse from a recognized institution plus one (1) year experience
• Four (4) Subjects in CXC or GCE including English Language, Biology and any other subjects
• Certification in Phlebotomy
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral written English
• The candidate should have completed an approved assistant nursing and educational programme
• Be registered with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Should possess a license to practice nursing issued by the Nursing Council of Jamaica

Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than March 15, 2024 to:

Senior Director,
Human Resource Management & Development,
Ministry of Health & Wellness,
10A Chelsea Avenue,
Kingston 10.

Email applications to: jobs@moh.gov.jm

The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse, Registered Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - Salvation Army School for the Blind

Salvation Army School for the Blind is inviting applicants for the following posts: 

• One (1) Resident Nurse (Registered Nurse) 
• Enrolled Assistant Nurse 

Applicants must be addressed to:

The Chairman
c/o The Principal
Salvation Army School for the Blind
57 Mannings Hill Road,
Kingston 8.

Email: sofficeoftheprincipal@gmail.com

Note
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Enrolled Assistant Nurses (Trelawny, Jamaica) - Trelawny Health Services

 WESTERN REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

LOT 31B, FAIRVIEW SHOPPING CENTRE

MONTEGO BAY

ST JAMES - VACANCY

ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSES (HTAC/EAN 1)

Trelawny Health Services

Salary Scale: $1,922,483.00 - $2,285,228.00 per annum

The Western Regional Health Authority (a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness) is currently seeking to employ Enrolled Assistant Nurses for the Trelawny Health Services. The incumbents’ core responsibilities will include:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting with the organization and maintenance of order and discipline in clinic areas
• Assisting with the collection and testing of specimens such as urine and recording results
• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients
• Taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration as required
• Assisting with interviews at the Child Welfare Clinics when necessary
• Preparing patients for physical examination
• Assisting with the administration of immunizations as directed
• Assisting with dressings and treatment of minor ailments as directed
• Assisting with the compilation of statistical data and filing cards
• Performing other related duties as directed

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Excellent bedside skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent team work and observational skills
• Excellent analytical, time management and decision-making skills
• Hands on experience with computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Certification as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse from a recognized institution
• Four (4) Subjects in CXC or GCE including English Language, Biology and any other subjects
• Current Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Licensed by the Nursing Council of Jamaica

Application letter along with detailed resume should be submitted no later than February 2, 2024 to:

The Manager, Human Resource Management & Development
Trelawny Health Services,
97 Cornwall Street,
Falmouth, Trelawny.

Email: tphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm

NB: ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurses (St. Ann & St. Mary, Jamaica) - NERHA

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invites applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 1) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital and Port Maria Hospital. Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the administration of nursing services within the hospital.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing.
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting nails, combing hair, oral hygiene
• Assisting with the preparation of patient’s meals and in the feeding of patients
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals
• Changing linen and making beds
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients
• Measuring heights and weights
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the Registered Nurse
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies
• Perform simple dressings
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injection-subcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM: Salary Scale: $1,922,483 – 2,285,228 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 February 02 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Mgt. & Development,
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann,

E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - Bellevue Hospitqal

 Applications are invited from qualified persons for the abovementioned position.

Job Purpose:

Under the general directions of the Nursing team, the Enrolled Assistant Nurse is directly responsible to the nurse in charge of ward or department. The nurse in charge gives a specific assignment for patient care, taking into consideration the needs of the patient and skills of the assistant nurse. The Enrolled Assistant Nurse works within the limitation of the job description in giving care to selective patients.

Key Responsibilities:

CARE OF PATIENT

Hygiene

• Bed baths- am and pm care
• Oral hygiene
• Care of the hair
• Skin care, back care, pressure point
• Care of nails
• Care of feet
• Perineal care

Posture and Exercise

• Positioning and turning patients
• Assisting ambulatory patients
• Assist with exercise routine e.g. post optative

Nutrition

• Preparing the patients to receive his/her tray
• Feeding patients
• Assist with serving and carrying trays as necessary
• Intragastric feeding for selected patients
• Preparing and checking special diets
• Recording intakes

Elimination

• Handling bedpan and urinal
• Bedpan rounds
• Changing incontinent patients
• Tidying infants
• Simple enemata
• Collection, measuring and recording of:
• Urine
• Emesis
• Sputum
• Releasing Catheters
• Testing specimens for the albumen, sugar and acetone
• Preparing specimens for the laboratory
• Changing colostomy dressing and tidying patients

Treatments

• Administration of medication when delegated:
• Oral
• Subcutaneous-checked by nurse
• Application of compresses
• Septic dressing-simple
• Preoperative shaving and preliminary preparation of skin
• Douches
• Care of the body after death
• Preparing and supervising inhalation

Environments

• Safety
• Ventilation
• Lighting
• Cleanliness- shared by all ward nursing section, sluice room, etc.
• Cleaning and making discharge beds
• Privacy
• Barrier nursing

Observation

• Checking, reporting and recording vital signs
• Temperature, pulse, respiration
• Blood pressure

Rehabilitation

• Sharing the responsibility of the patients to the community

Care of equipment and supplies

• Sterilization of utensils, instruments and syringes
• Preparing linen for laundry
• Checking linen in and out
• Sundays and holidays- count of soiled linen
• Putting linen away
• Checking and storing patients cloths and valuables

TRANSPORTATION, MESSENGER, RECEPTIONIST

• Accompany patients to other department within and outside hospital
• Answering the telephone
• Meeting the visitors
• Errands to other departments-chart room, dispensary, etc.

Relationship

• Maintain good interpersonal relationship with the patients, visitors and staff.
• Expected to carry out procedures according to the rules of the hospital

Required Qualification and Experience:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Valid Nursing License

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Wednesday, January 31, 2024 to:-

Human Resource Manager,
Bellevue Hospital,

16 ½ Windward Road,
Kingston 2,

Or

Email: bvh.resumes@gmail.com.

Job Opportunities at SERHA: Nurses, etc (Kingston & St. Andrew, Jamaica) - South East Regional Health Authority

The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness, responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the parishes of St. Thomas, Kingston & St. Andrew, and St. Catherine, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following positions:

Regional Office

• Regional Technical Director (HPC/MO 6)

Bustamante Hospital for Children

• Specialist Nurse (HPC/RN 2)
• Registered General Nurse (HPC/RN 1)

St. Joseph's Hospital 

• Senior Secretary (OPS/SS 3)
• Registered General Nurse (HPC/RN 1)
• Specialist Nurse (HPC/RN 2)
• Ward/Nurse Manager (HPC/RN 3)

Kingston Public Hospital

• Senior Public Procurement Officer (GMG/SEG 1)
• Personnel Officer (GMG/AM 3)
• Clinical Psychologist (PMG/ALH 3)

Victoria Jubilee Hospital

• Senior Public Procurement Officer (GMG/SEG 1)

National Chest Hospital

• Ward/Nurse Manager (HPC/RN 3)

Interested persons may view a copy of the Job Description attached on the website www.serha.gov.jm/job-vacancies.

Deadline for applications is Friday, December 29, 2023. 

Applications with curricula vitae are to be submitted to: 

The Director,

Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations,

South East Regional Health Authority,

The Towers, 2nd Floor,

25 Dominican Drive,

Kingston 5,

or via email to: employment@serha.gov.jm or recruitmentserha2023@gmail.com

We thank all applicants for their expressions of interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. 

Enrolled Assistant Nurses (Kingston, Jamaica) - Future Aesthetics Medical Spa

 We are hiring Enrolled Assistant Nurses (EANs)! 

Must haves:

• Honesty and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team 
• An interest in the cosmetic/aesthetic field
• Professionalism, reliability and a strong dedication to providing exceptional customer service 
• Experience working in a similar field or a medical facility

Must be able to:

• Administer intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injections 
• Assist with patient care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment while contributing to the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including nursing notes and other relevant documentation
• Adhere to infection control practices and maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and healthcare providers

 Application deadline: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 

Send your applications to: vascohireandtraining@gmail.com 

Please note that only emails with the subject line "Enrolled Assistant Nurse (EAN)" will be considered.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (S.E.R.H.A.) - Kingston & St. Andrew, St. Thomas, St. Catherine

The following career opportunity does not have a submission deadline and is available until the post has been filled: 

ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE 

Job Title: Enrolled Assistant Nurse 1

Job Grade: HTAC/EAN 1

Division: Hospital

Reports to: Ward Sister, Staff Nurse, Enrolled Nurse 2

Nature of Supervision received: Supervision based on established procedures and practices

Supervision given to: Patient Care Assistants

JOB SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible for providing skilled nursing care for clients/family.
• Applies skills in specialized areas geared to individual needs.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica.
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES

• Well developed planning, organizing, and decision making skills.
• Well developed written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with ill persons who are difficult.
• Good supervisory skill

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to work beyond normal working hours as necessary to meet critical deadlines.

JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
REPORTS TO: Ward Sister, Staff Nurse, Enrolled Nurse 2.

SUPERVISION GIVEN TO:
Directly: Ward Attendants
Functionally: N/A

LIAISES WITH:
Internally: 

• Unit Heads 
• Staff Members

Externally:

• Regional Office staff

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
• Explains hospital rules and routines to patients.
• Shares responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patient,
• Assists in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed.
• Assists with the transportation of patients.
• Maintains personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition, for example, bathing, cutting nails, combing hair, oral hygiene.
• Assists with the preparation of patients’ meals and in the feeding of patients.
• Assists the patient in dressing and undressing.
• Gives, removes, and cleans bedpans and urinals,
• Charges linen and makes beds.
• Carries out last offices.
• Administers alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature.
• Collects specimens of urine, faeces, sputum, and vomitus.
• Observes temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressures of patients.
• Measures heights and weights.
• Observes symptoms, reactions, attitudes, and changes in the patients' condition.
• Prepares patients for, and assists doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests.
• Shares responsibility for the control of infection
• Prepares instruments and equipment for storage and for sterilization.
• Sterilizes instruments and equipment.
• Shares responsibility for keeping the patient's unit clean and tidy.
• Receives, checks and stores supplies.
• Carries out medical treatment as authorized. Carry out simple dressings.
• Administers medications, excluding dangerous drugs, as ordered, e.g. orally, rectally or by injection - subcutaneous and intramuscular and carries out other treatments as assigned.
• Assists in the patients’ rehabilitation by education and advice regarding good health practices,
• Assists in the delivery of health care in the community.
• Cleans and tidies the patients’ unit and the ward.
• Participates in all measures relating to safety of patients and their property.
• Promotes good interpersonal relations and public confidence.
• Co-operation with other members of staff and accept guidance and correction
• Carriers out any other duties which may be assigned.

AUTHORITY TO:

• Recommend measures for the improving delivery of health care.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
This job is satisfactorily performed when:

• Agreed objectives have been achieved within the stipulated time.
• Reports are timely and accurate.
• Good relations are maintained with other members of staff

Applications with curricula vitae are to be submitted to:

SERHA,
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations,
South East Regional Health Authority,
The Towers, 2nd Floor,
25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5,

via email to employment@serha.gov.jm.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Clarendon Health Department

 The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position:

Clarendon Health Department

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (HTAC/EAN 1 - (Level 6) 

(salary range $1,922,483 - $2,285,228) per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate/Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Certificate in Supervisory Management
• At least 2 years clinical experience in nursing

Specific Knowledge/ Required Skills

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the triaging of patients at the Curative clinics
• Performing surgical and medical dressings
• Administering treatment to clients as instructed
• Providing education to clients regarding NCDs and the importance of compliance with treatment

Applications must be sent no later than August 18, 2023 to:

Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Southern Regional Health Authority
3 Brumalia Road,
Mandeville,
Manchester.

Email: jobs@srha.gov.jm

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Weekend/Relief Boarding Nurse (St. Elizabeth, Jamaica) - Hampton School

Applications are invited for suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies for September 2023:

Weekend/Relief Boarding Nurse 

Candidates may be Registered Nurse (RN) or Enrolled Nurses (EN).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing
• Valid Nursing Licence from the Nursing Council of Jamaica (NCJ)

N.B. Candidates who have recently retired from the Public Service are eligible.

Please submit applications immediately to: 

The Chairman

c/o The Principal

Hampton School

Malvern P.O.,

St. Elizabeth.

Email: hamptonschool.high.seh@moey.gov.jm

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (Temporary) – Health Promotion & Public Relations Department

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Enrolled Assistant Nurse shall work
closely with the Registered Nurse to provide:

• Careful administration of screening tests
• Supervision of the technician for the mobile screening unit
• Continuous checks to ensure accurate data is captured

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Enrolled Assistant Nurse licensed by the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Graduate from an Accredited Assistant Nurses’ Training Programme
• Certificate in Care for the Elderly
• At least two (2) years’ experience as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse
• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Required skills and specialised knowledge:

• Sound analytical and decision making skills
• Excellent Record Management skills
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer Literacy
• Time management skills

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated

deadlines
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Careful administration of screening tests.
• Supervision of the technician for the mobile screening unit.
• Continuous checks to ensure accurate data is captured.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Health Promotion Supervisor, Health Promotion Coordinator, the Health Promotion & Wellness Manager or the CEO.

Applicants are invited to submit their application no later than Monday, July 31, 2023:
Addressed to: 

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
The Towers, 6th Floor, 25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann, Jamaica) - North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA)

ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 1)

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, invites applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of Enrolled Assistant Nurse, St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.

Reporting to the Director, Nursing Services, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the administration of nursing services within the hospital.

Qualifications

• A graduate of a recognized School of Nursing;
• Enrolled with the Nursing Council of Jamaica.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients;
• Assisting in explaining hospital rules and routines to patients;
• Sharing responsibility for a safe and comfortable environment for the patients;
• Assisting patients in moving and turning, getting in and out of bed, positioning and walking as needed;
• Assisting with the inter-facility transportation of patients;
• Maintaining personal hygiene of the patient according to the needs and condition; that is bathing, cutting nails, combing hair, oral hygiene;
• Assisting with the preparation of patients meals and in the feeding of patients;
• Assisting with the patient in dressing and undressing;
• Giving, removing and checking bed pans and urinals;
• Changing linen and making beds;
• Administering alcohol or tepid sponges to reduce body temperature;
• Collecting specimens of urine, faeces, sputum and vomitus;
• Observing temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressures of patients;
• Measuring heights and weights;
• Observing symptoms, reactions, attitudes and changes in the patient’s condition; and report to the Registered Nurse;
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests;
• Sharing responsibility for the control of infection;
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization;
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment;
• Sharing responsibility for keeping the patient’s unit clean and tidy;
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing supplies;
• Perform simple dressings;
• Administering medications excluding dangerous drugs as ordered e.g., orally, rectally or by injection subcutaneous and intramuscular and carrying out other treatments as assigned;
• Co-operating with other members of staff and accepting guidance and corrections.

Specific knowledge required

• Thorough knowledge of current legislation affecting the practice of Nursing in Jamaica;
• Knowledge of the Staff Orders for the Public Service;

Remuneration

• Salary Scale: $1,766,606 – 2,099,940 per annum along with any other allowance(s) attached to the post.

Applications along with a detailed resume should be sent no later than March 24, 2023.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development,
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

Fax: (876) 795–2747
Email: jobs@nerha.gov.jm

Health/Home Care Workers (Kingston, Jamaica) - Angels4U Homecare

Angels4U Homecare, a successful recruitment agency, is looking for:

• Enrolled Assistant Nurses
• Practical Nurses
• Home Care Assistants
• Nannies
• Housekeepers

Qualifications should include, but not limited to:

• Certification/diploma in the relevant areas
• At least two (2) to three (3) years experience in the field
• Pleasant personality
• Must be flexible

NB: All applications are welcome, however, only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Please submit resumes to: recruitment@angels4uhomecare.com

Or you can upload your documents to the website: https://www.angels4uhomecare.com

Enrolled Assistant Nurse needed in Kingston, Jamaica.

Experienced Enrolled Assistant Nurse is required for a private medical facility in the Kingston 10 area.

Essential job duties include:

• Screening patients, collecting patient information
• Providing patient care 
• Doing vital signs
• Maintaining examination rooms
• Explaining care instructions to patients 
• Performing ECGs 
• Carrying out other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Successful completion of NCJ approved Assistant Nurse Training Programme (current license)
• At least five (5) of experience as an EAN
• effective communication skills
• Teamwork
• Records keeping
• Attention to detail 
• Flexibility
• Confidentiality

Please send résumé to: medicalcentreapplicant21@yahoo.com

Deadline: May 12, 2021.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse - HTAC/EAN (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ministry of Health & Wellness

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the incumbent is responsible to ensure blood donors are appropriately manage to assure successful donation of blood, with no damage to donor health and recipient protection from transmission of diseases or drugs present in blood.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Blood donated
• Appropriate samples per donation procured
• Blood appropriately stored
• Donor care and counseling successfully carried out

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREA

• Assists in selection of suitable donor by taking careful medical history
• Assists in carrying out limited physical examination of donor, including temperature, pulse rate, weight, blood pressure observation of skin and general physical fitness
• Carries out phlebotomy of donors either at fixed sites or on mobile operation
• Assure general nursing care of donors during and after phlebotomy
• Perform related function as required for e.g. securing suitable samples, stripping blood bags

Other Responsibilities

Perform other job related functions so assigned or as necessary to maintain the performance standards of the facility

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Blood collected is suitable for use :

• No contamination
• Of correct volume
• No clots
• Donor is suitably rested and re-hydrated after donation
• Post donation do’s and don’t explained to and understood by donors
• All documentation completed and signed
• Personnel are interested, friendly, professional and efficient

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge of nursing care
• Training/ certification in phlebotomy of blood donors
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good oral and written skills

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Certification as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse from a recognized institution plus one (1) year experience
• 4 Subjects in CXC or GCE including English Language, Biology and any other subjects
• Certification in Phlebotomy
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral written English
• The candidate should have completed an approved assistant nursing and educational programme
• Be registered with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Should possess a license to practice nursing issued by the Nursing Council of Jamaica

SPECIAL CONDITION ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• Sometime long hours
• Occasionally standing for extended periods.

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Interested persons may apply in writing accompanied by resumes. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday September 4, 2020 to:

Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm