Caregiver (Old Harbour, Jamaica)

Caregiver needed urgently to care for dementia patient in Old Harbour. 


Accommodation available if required. Salary negotiable. Telephone: (876) 398-0417.

Housekeeper (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

Housekeeper needed to live-in to take care of 7 year old girl and her father. Salary negotiable.

Requirements:

• Mature and responsible female housekeeper
• Ages 35 years and older
• Must have good principles to teach the child
• Take to church and school
• Cook, wash, iron and keep house clean at all times
• No smokers, no drinkers
• Driver's licence a big plus but not required.

Comfortable accommodation in a nice neighbourhood (Hope Pastures) in Liguanea area. Send photo and full size photo via Whatsapp (876) 513-8427.

Early Childhood Homeschool Teachers (Clarendon, Portmore, etc)

Nanny (Kingston, Jamaica)

Seeking someone within the Kingston 8 area to look after a 3 1/2 year old boy between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

You would be fully responsible for:

• His educational needs
• Assisting him with online school
• Feeding timed
• Bath time
• Play time, etc
• All materials will be provided

If you are considering this position, you must meet the following important requirements:

• Literacy
• Numeracy (Simple numeracy skills, addition of numbers specifically)
• Punctuality
• Patience
• Consistency
• Have an interest in children or passion to work with them
• Kind hearted nature
• Trustworthy

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I ask that you do not apply if you are experiencing any of the symptoms such as fever, coughing, cold, etc.

In order to apply send and email to pnattersons@gmail.com and provide information about yourself, why you are applying and your required salary. Please also state what you have read and understand about the job post.

Live-in Helper (Kingston, Jamaica)

Live-in helper needed in Kingston.

• Must be able to cook
• Interact well with kids

Tel: (876) 312-4013 / (876) 459-4574.

Caregiver (Kingston, Jamaica)

We are seeking a caring, patient Caregiver to stay two (2) to three (3) days per week with a mature female in the Kingston 6 area. The individual must be honest and responsibilities will include but not limited to:

1. Making her meals
2. Assisting with her baths
3. Ensuring she takes her medication; and
4. Light tidying up

Please send an email with your 

1. Name
2. Date of birth
3. Address
4. Experience
5. Contact of references
6. Whether you have traveled recently or had contact with someone who traveled recently to:

Cherilyn_angel@yahoo.com on or before September 11, 2020.

Registered Nurses (Kingston, Jamaica) - Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)

The Centre for the Investigation of Sexual Offences and Child Abuse (CISOCA) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants to fill the vacant positions of three (3) Registered Nurses (HPC/RN1).

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Medical Doctor the incumbent is responsible for providing non-judgmental and compassionate nursing services to survivors of sexual assault at CISOCA in addition to making referrals for appropriate medical and psychological care fir the patients as well as ensuring the availability of adequate medical supplies.

Qualification and Experience:

• BSc degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing institution
• At least three (3) years experience as a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities
Technical/Professional Responsibilities:

• Conducts vital and appropriate testing of all clients in order to assess and treat the patients accurately;
• Conducts duties related to forensic examinations and specimen management;
• Prepares and sanitizes the examination suite(s) before and after use;
• Ensures that examination rooms are restocked with medical supplies and requisitions done as needed;
• Records management for medical office;
• Support of medical staff and office;
• Monitors the disposal of all hazardous materials;
• Maintains liaisons with external stakeholders.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Manages procurements and stock of medical supplies and sundries;
• Rosters of nursing staff to provide coverage for all attending physicians;
• Liaises with the investigators to ensure preparedness for court appearances/testimony;
• Medical Office administration and documentation;
• Performs quality assurance functions to include maintenance of chain of evidence, appropriateness of documentation;
• Participates in annual performance appraisal reviews;
• Assists in the development of training programmes and procedures for new nursing staff;
• Participates in public education and sensitization sessions.

Other Responsibilities

Performs other related functions assigned from time to time by Medical Officer.

Special conditions associated with job performance:

• Required to work as rostered to include extended hours, weekend and public holidays;
• Sensitive and emotional circumstances.

Performance standards:

• Maintains chain of custody for each sexual assault examination and adheres to evidence protocols;
• Maintains confidentiality of all patients examination results;
• Provides chaperones assistance during examinations of violated victims;
• Provides patient care in accordance with established medical protocols and internal standard operating procedures;
• Professionalism displayed through mannerism, attire and response to stressful situations;
• Prompt procurement of all medical supplies to avert supply crisis;
• Flexibility to accept changes in areas of responsibility;
• Patients records are updated accurately and timely;
• Identifies errors and ensures correction of such, promptly and effectively.

Salary
Ranges from $1,102,637 - $1,310,689 per annum and any allowances attached to the post.

Senior Director
Human Resource Management and Development
Jamaica Constabulary Force
NCB South Tower
3rd Floor, 2 Oxford Road,
Kingston 5.
Email: hrbranch@jcf.gov.jm

Deadline: August 28, 2020. 

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

Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - The Mico University College

Description of Role

The Nurse will have responsibility for planning and coordinating the health services provided to the student population and assisting with the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. The incumbent will also assist with counseling for the resident students and ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing combined with three or more years of related experience.
• Experience in working with students in a tertiary institution would be an asset.
• Experience in processing patients prior to sending them to the physicians on duty.
• Experience in the operation of a private Health Centre.
• Knowledge and awareness of the operation of the University College is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures and practices relating to Public Health Nursing/Health Care.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills to lead and motivate individuals to adhere to the health and safety guidelines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff.
• Consultative Skills.
• Initiative to improve the services of the Centre.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Leadership Skills.
• Problem Solving/Decision Making.
• Safety Awareness.
• Sensitivity and Tact.

Interested applicants should send their cover letters and resume to:

The Director, Human Resource Department,
The Mico University College
1A Marescaux Road,
Kingston 5

OR

via email to themicouniversity.hrd@themico.edu.jm.

Kindly indicate in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying in your email to us.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

DEADLINE:
August 28, 2020.

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.