MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HPC/MSW 1) - St. Ann, Jamaica - North East Regional Health Authority (St. Ann's Bay Regional Hospital)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of health care and public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking dynamic, proactive and forward-thinking individuals to fill the position of Medical Social Worker (HPC/MSW 1) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.

Summary:
Reporting to the Senior Medical Social Worker the incumbent will be responsible in conducting a
comprehensive social investigations in order to identify the social, emotional and economic factors related to the patients and intervene where appropriate.
Requirements:

• BSc. in Social Work or Psychology
• Comprehensive knowledge of the scope and methods of social work
• Sound knowledge of the environment and community resources
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in similar position
• Excellent time management and communication skills

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting educational talks in school and children’s homes in the Region
• Administering counseling to patients who seek the services of the clinic on a daily basis.
• Making decisions and solving problems related to Patient Care.
• Liaising with Children’s Services, Schools, Probation Department, Police, Health Care providers and others in conducting social investigations, as well as case management for current patients.
• Directing services to children and families, including screening, assessment, counseling, family therapy, casework and referrals.
• Communicating with persons outside of the organization in the best interest of patients.
• Collecting data pertaining to patients and clinic activities, analyze data for significant trends and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 3,759,184 – 4,468,488 per annum.

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2025 May 30 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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.

Hospital Attendant (St. Mary & Portland, Jamaica)

 

housekeeper

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking a strong, dynamic, and proactive individuals to fill the position of HOSPITAL ATTENDANT (HSC/HS 1) (Housekeeping) at the Port Antonio, Port Maria and Annotto Bay Hospitals.

Summary:

Under the general direction of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant/Hospital Administrator, the Hospital
Attendant ensures clean and safe environment for patients and staff through the infection control policy and
procedures
Required Qualification & Experience:

• Completed school to grade 9 level
• Valid food handler’s permit
• Two (2) years working independently in a housekeeping role.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of excellent customer service delivery
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for using specialized chemicals
• Working Knowledge of Infection Control
• Knowledge of organizing and prioritizing work
• Working Knowledge of Health Hazards

Key responsibilities will include but not limited:

• Check and receive ward on each shift
• Ensure cleaning agents are available in your assigned area
• Mop and sanitize the floor.
• Polish and shine required areas
• Clean general areas
• Clean and monitor lavatories
• Assist with sterilizing soiled linens
• Washing and ironing of bed linens, pantry linens and other linens for facility on a daily basis
• Collect linens from laundry
• Empty of garbage bins and properly disposing of garbage
• Collect cleaning materials/ supplies for the units
• Check inventory and store utensils appropriate

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 990,843 - 1,177,801 per annum

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 May 30 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria & Annotto Bay Hospitals (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) for the Port Maria and Annotto Bay Hospitals. 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:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from a recognized learning institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse

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, 2025 May 30 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.

Assistant Nutritionist (St. Ann, Jamaica) - (NERHA) St. Ann Health Department

 

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, is seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and analytical individual with strong team building skills to fill the position of ASSISTANT NUTRITIONIST - (HTAC/NDT 2) at the St. Ann Health Department.
The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Diploma or Associate degree in Dietetics/Nutrition from a recognized tertiary institution. Or
• Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics/Nutrition from a recognized tertiary institution (Without approved Dietetics/Nutrition Internship or Supervised Practice Program).
• Two (2) years working experiences

Specific Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles, and applications of nutrition assessment and diet counselling
• Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles, and approaches of nutrition and health education.
• Knowledge of the development of health education materials taking into consideration target audience, age, readership and literacy levels.
• Thorough understanding of the techniques of programme development, planning implementing and evaluating
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format.
• Ability to write reports.
• Ability to make presentations.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Establishing and managing rehabilitation programmes for malnourished & HIV exposed children;
• Supervising Community Health Aides (CHAs) regarding nutrition programmes;
• Providing nutrition assessment and therapeutic diet counseling for clients with chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCD) including diabetes and hypertension and for persons with HIV/AIDS;
• Managing the supplementary feeding and Replacement feeding programmes;
• Providing basic in-service training for health care staff;
• Providing nutrition education to clinic and public populations; and
• Advising Government & other Agencies on appropriate nutrition programmes

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 2,795,163– 3,322,571 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 May 16 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, West Indies.
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

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

Clinic Attendant (Portland, Jamaica) - Portland Health Department (NERHA)

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking a dynamic, proactive and forward-thinking individual to fill the position of CLINIC ATTENDANT (HSC/HS 1) at the Portland Health Department (Hope Bay & Buff Bay).

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Parish Administrator, the Clinic Attendant ensures clean and safe
environment for patients and staff through the infection control policy and procedures
Required Qualification & Experience:

• Completed school to grade 9 level
• Valid food handler’s permit
• Two (2) years working independently in a housekeeping role.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of excellent customer service delivery
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for using specialized chemicals
• Working Knowledge of Infection Control
• Knowledge of organizing and prioritizing work
• Working Knowledge of Health Hazards

Key responsibilities will include but not limited:

• Opening and Closing of Health Facility
• Sweeping of Floor
• Wiping of Floor in the facility
• Dusting of rooms
• Cleaning and ensuring that the halls are free from spillage
• Preparing Oral Rehydration Salt (ORS)
• Ensuring that tissue and soap is in bathrooms
• Preparing cotton and gauze for dressing
• Dusting and removing of cobwebs in facility
• Empty of garbage bins and properly disposing of garbage

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 990,843 – 1,177,801 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2025 May 16 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Health Records Clerk (St. Mary, Jamaica) - St. Mary Health Department (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, is seeking to fill the position of Health Records Clerk at the St. Mary Health Department. The incumbent will be responsible for to compile, process and maintain the health records in a manner consistent with medical administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of the health care facility.

Qualification and Experience will include:

• Five (5) CXC/GCE subjects at the ordinary level (O’level) are required including English Language, Mathematics and Biology (preferably Human and Social Biology).
• Diploma in Computer applications inclusive of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• A minimum of two (2) years’ working experience.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Sound knowledge of policies and practices involved in health records science
• Health Records Service Manual
• Medical Records Manual –: Guide for Developing Countries
• Jamaica Medical Records Code of Ethics
• Monthly Clinic Statistical Report (MCSR) Manual
• Staff Order

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Protect the security of the health records, ensuring that confidentiality is maintained
• Gathering of demographic, geographic and health related data and history from all new patients upon registration, asking all the prompt questions on the form
• Preparing patient service record for the appropriate clinic
• Entering of patient’s particular in Daily Register log book to facilitate tally of all registered patients
• Entering of data on the sentinel forms for each registration
• Entering of patient record particulars for retrieved records in the record request log book
• Register all patients for the various clinics
• Ensure that all health records are assigned to clinic locations
• Retrieve all health records for appointment
• Communicate with patient/client as the need arise in relation to their appointment
• Ensure good health record keeping is maintained
• Ensure proper maintenance of all health records

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,792,163 – 2,130,319 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Thursday, 2025 April 17 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm
Fax: (876) 795 – 2747
NB. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Assistant Nutritionist (St. Mary, Jamaica) - NERHA (St. Mary Health Department)

 

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, is seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and analytical individual with strong team building skills to fill the position of Assistant Nutritionist at the St. Mary Health Department.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Diploma or Associate degree in Dietetics/Nutrition from a recognized tertiary institution. Or
• Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics/Nutrition from a recognized tertiary institution (Without approved Dietetics/Nutrition Internship or Supervised Practice Program).
• Two (2) years working experiences

Specific Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles, and applications of nutrition assessment and diet counselling
• Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles, and approaches of nutrition and health education.
• Knowledge of the development of health education materials taking into consideration target audience, age, readership and literacy levels.
• Thorough understanding of the techniques of programme development, planning implementing and evaluating
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format.
• Ability to write reports.
• Ability to make presentations.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Establishing and managing rehabilitation programmes for malnourished & HIV exposed children;
• Supervising Community Health Aides (CHAs) regarding nutrition programmes;
• Providing nutrition assessment and therapeutic diet counseling for clients with chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCD) including diabetes and hypertension and for persons with HIV/AIDS;
• Managing the supplementary feeding and Replacement feeding programmes;
• Providing basic in-service training for health care staff;
• Providing nutrition education to clinic and public populations; and
• Advising Government & other Agencies on appropriate nutrition programmes

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 2,795,163– 3,322,571 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Thursday, 2025 April 17 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, West Indies.
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

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

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Mary & Portland, Jamaica) - 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) for the Annotto Bay and Port Antonio Hospitals. 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:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from a recognized learning institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse

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 patientsMaintaining 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, 2025 March 28 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.

Registered Midwife 2 (Portland, Jamaica) - Portland Health Department (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness,
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 individuals to fill the position of
REGISTERED MIDWIFE – HPC/MW 2 for the Portland Health Department.

Reporting to the Public Health Nurse/Supervisory Midwife, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision
and co-ordination of child care activities; providing nursing care in the Maternal, Child Health and Family
Planning services in accordance with the objectives and policies of the programme as set out in the Maternal
and Child Health Care Plan for Jamaica.
The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Certificate/Diploma in Midwifery from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in secondary care facility

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Participating in identifying special needs in communities in relation to Maternal and Child Health.
• Preparing regular schedules for Antenatal/ Postnatal/ Child Welfare visits.
• Providing Ante Natal care at clinics and arranges for follow-ups.
• Estimating haemaglobin level of clients, using appropriate reagents.
• Referring high risk patients to Type ӀӀ, ӀӀӀ and ӀV health centres as appropriate.
• Ensuring that adequate screening of ante-natal patients is carried out
• Providing advice to mothers and families about nutritional requirements including promotion of breast feeding.
• Encouraging early immunization of babies.
• Conducting clinics/assisting the Public Health Nurse in immunization.
• Responsibility for the maintenance of midwifery bags and their contents.
• Responsibility for notification of live/still births, neo-natal and maternal deaths, puerperal infection and other infectious diseases

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $3,241,533 – 3,853,164 per annum

Applications letters along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2025 March 07 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

SUPERVISORY HOSPITAL ATTENDANT (St. Mary, Jamaica) - North-East Regional Health Authority (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health &
Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the
parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking a strong, dynamic, and proactive
individual to fill the position of SUPERVISORY HOSPITAL ATTENDANT (HSC/HS 3) for the Port Maria Hospital.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Hospital Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for the
supervision of housekeeping personnel in all departments; coordinating activities to ensure areas
are properly cleaned in a timely manner; preparing rosters, assigning duties, inspecting work,
investigating complaints regarding housekeeping services, and taking corrective action(s).

Requirements:

• Grade 9 Primary Education
• NCTVET certificate in Housekeeping (Level 2-3)
• Certificate in Supervisory Management
• A minimum of one (1) year work experience in a similar position would be an asset.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing rosters and assigning work to cleaning personnel for all areas of the hospital, and selected residences.
• Ensuring standards of cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness are maintained throughout the facility and taking corrective actions where necessary.
• Attending Infection Control Committee meetings.
• Inspecting work of Hospital Attendants assigned to the laundry for conformance to prescribed standards of cleanliness.
• Supervising operations of Laundry, ensuring timely washing, drying, repairing of linen and
• distribution to wards.
• Ensuring proper management of shifts.
• Ordering and maintaining stocks to ensure adequate supplies of cleaning materials/tools are

available for use.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 March 07 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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.

Gardener/Groundsman (St. Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness, with responsibility for the management and delivery of Public Health Services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland invites applications from suitable qualified persons to fill the position of
GARDENER/GROUNDSMAN (LMO/TS 1) at the Port Maria Hospital.

Community Mental Health Officer (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking strong, dynamic, and proactive individuals to fill the position of Community Mental Health Officer (HPC/RN 3) at the St. Ann Health Department. Reporting to the Medical Officer (Health), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical care; follow up treatment, rehabilitation and advocacy services at the community level for persons living with mental illness.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered General Nurse
• Certified Psychiatric Nurse (Six months Post Basic Programme)
• Certificate in Nursing Administration or Management studies, no less than six (6) months from an accredited institution
• A Minimum of three (3) years post-registration practice in general health, mental health or other areas of nursing.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of and skill in interpreting the Mental Health Act
• Knowledge of theories and techniques in counselling
• Knowledge of key stake-holders pertinent to mental health and the delineation of roles and responsibilities
• Undertakes clinical, educational, administrative and public relations activities within the parish or health district
• Participates in extensive health promotional/educational activities
• Knowledge and use of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual Classification system
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of psycho-pharmacology and other therapies
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to initiate and manage change
• Computer literate

Key Responsibilities will include:
Management and Administration

• Undertakes clinical, educational, administrative and public relations responsibilities within a parish or health district.
• Assists in monitoring clinical standards at the parish level and facilitates audit processes.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing quality care, proper risk management and optimal resource utilization.

Technical

• Conducts multi-generational family assessment including psychosocial, functional, developmental history and mental status examination.
• ▪ Counsels and educates patients/other family members on health behaviour, self-care skills and treatment options.
• Liaises internally with other health professionals and other members of the health team
• Liaises with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Police, Social Services, Citizen’s
• Associations, Religious Organizations, Schools, Business Organization, Health Agencies

Human Resource

• Conducts performance evaluation for staff members
• Delegates functions to appropriate staff
• Effect disciplinary measures toward staff members where necessary
• Facilitate provision of social welfare services for staff
• Facilitate staff development through on-going educational activities
• Education
• Plans and implements psycho-educational and health promotional activities for clients, their families and communities
• Participates in in-service education programmes in the health facilities and training of health care personnel
• Facilitates implementation of new approaches in the delivery of mental health care to clients and groups in different settings
• Participates in ongoing educational activities such as conferences, seminars workshops and clinical experiences related to specialty and professional issues
• Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organization.

Research

• Utilizes the scientific approach to problem solving and decision-making
• Contributes to nursing knowledge by participating in conducting research geared towards
• improving evidence-based practice
• Collects, organizes, critically analyzes and interprets data.
• Records findings clearly, concisely and systematically

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $5,055,684 - $6,009,620

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 February 21 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Records Officer (St.Mary, Jamaica) - Port Maria Hospital (NERHA)

 The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness, with responsibility for the management and operation of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland is seeking a dynamic, proactive and experienced individual to fill the position of

RECORDS OFFICER 1 (PIDG/RIM 2) at the Port Maria Hospital. Reporting to the Chief Medical Technologist, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:

Registered Midwife (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (NERHA)

 

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness,
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 individuals to fill the position of
Registered Midwife 2 (HPC/MW 2) for the St Ann Health Department. Reporting to the Public Health Nurse/Supervisory Midwife, the incumbent is responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of child care activities; providing nursing care in the Maternal, Child Health and Family Planning services in accordance with the objectives and policies of the programme as set out in the Maternal and Child Health Care Plan for Jamaica.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Certificate/Diploma in Midwifery from an accredited institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in secondary care facility

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Participating in identifying special needs in communities in relation to Maternal and Child Health.
• Preparing regular schedules for Antenatal/ Postnatal/ Child Welfare visits.
• Providing Ante Natal care at clinics and arranges for follow-ups.
• Estimating haemaglobin level of clients, using appropriate reagents.
• Referring high risk patients to Type ӀӀ, ӀӀӀ and ӀV health centres as appropriate.
• Ensuring that adequate screening of ante-natal patients is carried out
• Providing advice to mothers and families about nutritional requirements including promotion of breast feeding.
• Encouraging early immunization of babies.
• Conducting clinics/assisting the Public Health Nurse in immunization.
• Responsibility for the maintenance of midwifery bags and their contents.
• Responsibility for notification of live/still births, neo-natal and maternal deaths, puerperal infection and other infectious diseases

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $3,241,533 – 3,853,164 per annum

Applications letters along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Tuesday, 2025 February 11
to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & 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 SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Enrolled Assistant Nurse (St. Ann, Jamaica) - St. Ann Health Department (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, invite applications from suitably qualified persons with strong team building skills to fill the position of ENROLLED ASSISTANT NURSE - (HTAC/EAN 2) for the St. Ann Health Department.
Reporting to the Public Health Nurse 3 the incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the administration
of nursing services within the Health Department.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Enrolled Assistant Nursing from a recognized learning institution
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse
• Certification in Supervisory Management
• At least three (3) years’ experience as an Enrolled Assistant Nurse 1.

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
• 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
• Preparing patients for and assisting doctors and nurses in examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Preparing instruments and equipment for storage and sterilization
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment
• 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: $2,410,261 – $2,865,042 per annum

Applications letter along with resumé should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 2025 February 11 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.

Cook (St. May, Jamaica) - NERHA (Annotto Bay Hospital)

 

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, is seeking a dynamic, proactive, experienced and analytical individual with strong team building skills to fill the position of COOKS (HSC/HS 3) for the Annotto Bay Hospital.

Under the general supervision of the Dietetic Assistant or Head Cook, the Cook will have the responsibility to prepare and portion meals as well as other activities associated with maintaining the kitchen in a safe and sanitary manner.

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

• Secondary/High School Diploma or equivalent
• NVQ-J certification from an approved institution or on the job training
• Valid Food Handler’s permit

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale
• Basic knowledge of nutrition
• Knowledge of reading recipes, menus and orders
• Knowledge of the proper use and care of various kinds of specialized kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of basic HACCP principles

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Prepare meals and / or assigned menu items for patients and staff according to the menu in a sanitary and timely manner
• Portion in bulk and individually plate prepared meals (regular and special diets) for the various wards as determined by the supervisor
• Practice cleanliness during all stages of food preparation and service (including peeling, slicing/cutting seasoning and storing food items) and demonstrate a high standard of personal hygiene
• Participate in the menu planning process

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

• Salary Scale: $ 1,332,574 – 1,584,011 per annum

Applications along with resumé should be submitted no later than Friday, 2025 January 24 to:
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, West Indies.
E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795-2747

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