Nurse 2 (HPC/RN 1) - Kingston, Jamaica - Min. of Health & Wellness

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following position in the National Blood Transfusion Services, Ministry of Health and Wellness.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general director of the Nurse Manager of the Donor Room the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the general management of the donor before, during and after the donation process as well as counsel and refer for further management.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Exhibiting excellent customer service towards donors.
• Perform safe venepuncture procedures
• Counsel and prefer seropositive donors
• Perform Stock Inventory
• Training internally and externally.
• Maintain Clean and safe environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Management:

• Ensure safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Maintains medical and non-medical supplies by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Documents donor care services on appropriate document.
• Assign and supervise staff in the Donor Room and for mobile session.
• Assist in the supervision of Enrolled Assistants Nurses, Technical Assistant and Ancillary staff.
• Assist in training of Nursing and Phlebotomy Students.

Technical

1. Select suitable donors by taking careful medical history.
2. Carry out limited physical examinations of donors which include weight, temperature, pulse rate and general physical activity.
3. Education of donors post phlebotomy.
4. Refer to Medical Officers donors who need further management for any adverse reaction during or following phlebotomy.
5. Perform phlebotomy/venepuncture.
6. Counsel Donors on seropositive markers (HIV, Hepatitis B and C, Syphillis, HTLV-I and II) and refer for follow up care.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Core

• Flexible and able to adjust to changing situations quickly;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent time management, planning and organizing skills;
• Ability to show initiative;
• Demonstrate and maintain ethical Nursing Practice;
• Demonstrate accountability for one’s development and status as a professional Registered Nurse.

Technical

• Sound knowledge of resuscitation procedures;
• Sound knowledge of Phlebotomy/Venepuncture;
• Knowledge and competency in customer service;
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer software;
• Knowledge in counseling procedures;

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BSc in Nursing/ Certificate in Nursing
• 2 years experience
• Valid Nursing License
• Certificate in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture

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 and Development
Ministry of Health and Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm

Please note that responses will be sent to short- listed applicants only.

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

Live-out Gardener (Kingston, Jamaica)

Male required as gardener in Kingston 6 area.

• Full-time
• Live-out position
• Reside in Kingston

Call: (876) 322-0672 or (876) 990-4450.

Live-in Nanny (Kingston, Jamaica)

Looking for a live-in Nanny who is also able to perform household duties where necessary.

• Reside in Kingston
• Will work every other Saturday; Sundays are day off
• Must be trustworthy and family oriented

Contact: (876) 593-6966.

Temporary Housekeeper (Kingston, Jamaica)

Temporary housekeeper needed.
Required to work in Kingston.

• Must be able to cook well 
• Experience in guest house or villas an asset
• Live-in preferable

Contact: (876) 366-5551.

Live-out Helper (Trelawny, Jamaica)

Live-out Helper needed to perform housework and care for two (2) children.

• Must live in Trelawny, preferably near Martha Brae.

Salary: $3,000 per day, 5 days a week. 

Telephone: (876) 877-2663.

Nanny (St. Mary, Jamaica)

Educated and reliable Nanny is needed for four boys ages 9, 7 and 5 year old twins.

• Must have a high school diploma
• Be available from 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday
• Be able to guide/supervise home school curriculum that will be provided

Location: Charlestown, St. Mary

Call: (876) 367-0031 for interview.

Principal Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Defence Force

Applications are invited to fill the vacant post of Principal Pharmacist (PMG/PHS 4) in the Jamaica Defence Force, salary range $1,869,996 - $2,222, 838 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Job Purpose

The incumbent is responsible for preparing medications by interpreting Physician orders,

dispensing and detecting therapeutic incompatibilities in accordance with the stipulated

Pharmaceutical Guidelines and Practices.

Key Responsibilities

 Interprets Physicians’ orders and prepares medications ordered by Physicians;

 Dispenses medications by compounding, packaging and labeling pharmaceutical items;

 Monitors and evaluates drug therapies to ensure optimal health care;

 Organizes the Pharmacy in an efficient manner and supervises Inventory Management;

 Recommends the procurement of pharmaceutical items and medical sundries from external

Companies;

 Counsels patients on the proper administration, side effects and storage of medications;

 Educates patients on non-pharmaceutical interventions and lifestyle modifications that can

optimize disease management;

 Educates Health Care colleagues about new medications and drug therapy protocols;

 Plans, organizes and directs the workflow of the Unit by overseeing the development of the

Corporate, Operational and Work Plans and Budget;

 Maintains effective working relations with external and internal stakeholders and clients,

ensuring that the Unit provides a consistently high level of service to them;

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

 Be attentive to details;

 Good knowledge of stock taking;

 Knowledge of brand and generic drugs;

 Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations and pharmacy calculations;

 Ability to prepare labels for Drug Bottles;

 Ability to monitor Prescription Inventory for Expired Drugs;

 Ability to reading and interpret Prescriptions and Pharmaceutical Literature

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

 Graduate from an accredited Institution with a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy

 Registration with the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica after completion of Bachelor Degree

in Pharmacy;

 Five years’ experience as a Pharmacist

 Specialist training in any one area related to the delivery of pharmaceutical care

 Computer skills

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

 Normal working environment

 Required to work beyond the normal working hours

 Lifting of items over ten (10) pounds may be required

 Required to work on weekends and public holidays

 Office located some distance from the main entrance

 Subjected to search based on JDF’s rule.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday,

20th August, 2020 to:

Human Resource and Administration Manager

Jamaica Defence Force

Up Park Camp

Kingston 5.

Email: joboppsjdfciv@gmail.com.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Classroom Teacher (Manchester, Jamaica) - Porus Infant School

 Do you have a degree in Early Childhood Education? Would you like to work in a caring and safe environment? Porus Infant has an opening for four (4) months. Apply now:

The Board Chairman

C/o The Principal

Porus Infant School

Main Street, Porus

Manchester

Porus Main Road, Porus, Jamaica

Happy Helpers seeks Domestic Helpers from St. James or Hanover, Jamaica)

 

Domestic Helpers needed for day and weekly  cleaning services. 

1. Should have at least 3 months experience, 
2. be trustworthy with good communication skills. 
3. Ideal person should reside in St. James or Hanover. 

If you are interested, please email your resume to happyhelpersjm@gmail.com.

Phlebotomist (St. Ann, Jamaica)

A dynamic medical laboratory seeks experienced candidates from St. Ann to fill the following position:

Phlebotomist

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Phlebotomist who has a successful track record of: 

• Obtaining blood specimen
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment
• Accessioning
• Verifying specimens and specimen requirements and skills in using laboratory information system

Qualifications:

• Completion of approved phlebotomy training course or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a patient service technician/phlebotomist
• Must have the ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Fast, accurate keyboard (typing) skills would be an asset

Submit applications along with current resume to: thelab876@gmail.com by August 7, 2020.

Certified Practical Nurse (Spanish Town, Jamaica) - Willowdene Family Medical Centre

A Practical Nurse is required at Willowdene Family Medical Centre in Spanish Town, St. Catherine.

Requirements:

• A Practical Nursing Diploma; 
• Conversant in Microsoft Word and Excel; 
• A fast learner; 
• Living in Spanish Town is definitely an asset.

Contact: 

Telephone: (876) 981-8005.

Facebook page via Messenger: https://www.facebook.com/Willfammed/ @Willfammed

Email: wfmc_jm@cwjamaica.com

Part-time Medical Doctor (Kingston, Jamaica) - AHF Jamaica

AHF JAMAICA is seeking a competent and qualified Part time Medical Doctor.

Qualifications and Experience:
Interested persons should possess at minimum:

• Registration as a medical practitioner by the Medical Council of Jamaica
• Two (2) years post internship experience
• Proven experience as a physician
• Excellent knowledge of STI, HIV/AIDS, their symptoms and epidemiology, as well as related treatments

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and résumés with references to: AHFJamaica@aidshealth.org no later than Friday, July 25, 2020.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.