Live-in Nurse (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 

Needed: Live-in Nurse (Week On/Week Off) to work in the Golden Spring area.

Job details:

• Monday A.M to Monay A.M (Live In - 7 Days at a time)
• Provide nursing support to aware, independent elderly couple
• Light housekeeping as helper separately employed Mon-Fri
• Two (2) references required, including immediate past employer
• Salary: 90K per month

Telephone: Call for more information (876) 848-7531.

Live-in Household Helper (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 

Family of five (5) including three (3) young children in St. Andrew seeks live-in household helper to wash, iron, cook and clean and to supervise children when necessary.

Job details:

• Required to work every other weekend.
• Must have recent references.

Salary $21,000 weekly.

Contact: (876) 892-2522.

Live-in Nanny/Caregiver (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Healing Hands Nursing Services

Live-in Nanny/Caregiver needed in Westmoreland. 

Requirements:

• Needed to care for four (4) year old child

Duties:

• Cooking, cleaning, washing and assisting with homework 
• Off every other weekend

Pay is $18,000 week.

Contact: (876) 310-7812.

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.

Community Health Aide (HSC/HS 4) - Trelawny Health Services (WRHA) - Trelawny, Jamaica

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of:

Community Health Aide (HSC/HS 4) 

Four (4) positions 

Trelawny Health Department 

Salary Scale: $1,545,77.00 - $1,836,968.00 per annum

The Western Regional Health Authority (a Statutory Body of the Ministry of Health & Wellness) is currently seeking to employ Community Health Aides for the Trelawny Health Department. The incumbents will be assigned to the Duanvale Health Centre and the Clarks Town Health Centre. Reporting to the Registered Midwife and Public Health Nurse, the incumbents will be responsible for providing advice and assistance to families in areas including Maternal & Child Health, Family Planning, Nutrition, First Aid and Personal Hygiene.

Core Responsibilities:

• Render basic first aid treatment to members of the community and referring persons to appropriate health facilities for treatment
• Teach community members basic health facts & promote adoption of healthier lifestyles
• Advising parents and guardians of the importance of having their children completely immunized against infectious diseases. Encouraging the regular attendance of infants and young children to the Child Welfare Clinics
• Motivate and refer new clients for Family Planning Services, encouraging delinquents to attend regularly and stressing the importance of using family planning methods, as advised
• Assist the Public Health Nurses and District Midwives in identifying all pregnant women in the area and ensuring that they attend clinics to receive adequate antenatal
• Assist the Public Health Nurses, District Midwives, Staff Nurses, Medical Officers & other health professionals at clinics and during community outreach events including mass immunization programmes
• Undertake house to house surveys of persons within a defined geographic area to obtain relevant data on demographic and health status as well as maintain the appropriate records
• Inform the community members of all the services offered by the Ministry of Health & Wellness and other Ministries, Departments, Agencies & organizations
• Provide basic information on vector control and its impact on the environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Public Health Nurse/ Registered Midwife

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Five (5) CXC/GCE subjects; English Language & Mathematics are compulsory
• Excellent Customer Service & Interpersonal Skills
• Must be computer literate

Applications with resumé should be submitted no later than February 13, 2025 to:

The Manager
Human Resource Management & Development
Trelawny Health Services
97 Cornwall Street
Falmouth, Trelawny
Email: tphsjobs@wrha.gov.jm

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.

Live-in Nurse needed (Westmoreland, Jamaica)

Live-in practical nurse is needed to take care of an elderly person in Orange Hill, Westmoreland.

Job details:

• Will be able to go home every two (2) weeks
• Experience working with elderly patients

Please Whatsapp (876) 842-4587. Whatsapp messages only.

Nanny (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 Location: New Harbour Village, St. Catherine

Job type: Part-time, Live-out position

Description:

The nanny is needed to care for our 4-month-old infant and 2-year-old toddler, including bathing, feeding, changing, and putting them to bed.

• Heat up pre-prepared meals and give them to the children.
• Keep the home neat and tidy, ensuring the children's living space is clean and organized.
• Provide emotional support and care to the children, including soothing, comforting, and engaging in activities that promote their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times, including monitoring their health and responding to any emergencies that may arise.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Care for our 4-month-old infant and 2-year-old toddler, including providing physical, emotional, and developmental support

• Perform tasks such as:
• Bathing the children
• Feeding the children
• Changing the children's diapers
• Putting the children to bed
• Keep our home neat and tidy, including:
• Maintaining a clean and organized living space
• Ensuring the children's play areas are safe and clean
• Heat up pre-prepared meals and give them to the children, including:
• Following proper food safety guidelines
• Ensuring the children are fed on a regular schedule
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times, including:
• Monitoring the children's health and responding to any medical emergencies
• Providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children to grow and develop
• Ensuring the children's physical and emotional needs are met

Skills and Abilities:

• Love working with children
• Patient and gentle
• Clean and organized
• Genuine and trustworthy
• Knowledge of childcare and first aid
• Ability to follow simple instructions
• Good communication skills: able to speak and write well in English

Education/Qualifications:

• High school education
• Child Care Diploma/Certification (an asset)
• At least 1 year of childcare experience
• Excellent Grammar
• Proficiency in English

Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of childcare
• Knowledge of first aid (an asset)
• At least 1 year of childcare experience
• Experience working with children, particularly infants and toddlers
• Understanding of child development and ability to provide age-appropriate care

*May be required to work up to 4 days per week.

How to apply: email - Davia.a.w@gmail.com

Deadline: February 12, 2025.

Nannies, Caregivers, Babysitters Needed! (Kingston, Jamaica) - 876 Nannies

We're hiring! Join our team:

Nannies | Child Caregivers | Babysitters

All candidates must also meet the following requirements:

• A love for little people
• Two impeccable references (lawyer, medical doctor, JP, Pastor)
• Good spoken and written English
• Be legally permitted to work in Jamaica
• Have recent childcare experience (A minimum of two (2) years)
• High school graduate or enrolled in college
• Five (5) CXC subjects 
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to get certified before hire

All applicants must complete the Nanny Personality Test at 876nannies.com 

The following documents are required:

• Food Handlers' permit
• Clean police record
• Valid drivers' license (optional)

Visit 876nannies.com to apply today!  <<-- click link to apply.

Pharmacist (Kingston, Jamaica) - MegaMart Jamaica

 

Pharmacist Needed

Major Responsibilities:

• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be able to collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review and evaluate patient effectiveness.
• Counsel customers on the selection of medication brands, medical equipment and health-care supplies
• Keep records and other administrative tasks to include insurance claims
• Develop pharmacological knowledge by participating in training pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and pharmacy interns.
• Be willing to work flexible hours including public holidays, weekends and evenings
• Educate patient on medication use, storage and side effects.
• Have excellent supervisory skills to include inventory management and purchasing
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Be a fully registered pharmacist with a valid license to practice by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
• Dispense and review prescriptions to ensure accuracy, and compliance with professional and Jamaican regulatory requirements.
• Be proficient in the Choice Computer Works programme
• Have excellent communication, detail oriented, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exercise high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Kindly submit your application and resume no later than February 12, 2025 to megamartapplications@megamartjm.com.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - HEART Trust/NSTA

The Nurse is responsible for creating and maintaining a health care programme and to provide basic health care to enhance the wellness of trainees, staff and guests.

NURSE

NATIONAL TOOL & ENGINEERING INSTITUTE

7 ASHENHEIM ROAD,

KINGSTON 11.

The Nurse is responsible for creating and maintaining a health care programme and to provide basic health care to enhance the wellness of trainees, staff and guests.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• NVQ-J Level 5 Certification or equivalent and the designation of Registered Nurse by the Nursing Council of Jamaica
• At least three (3) year’s relevant work experience in a comparable position or business/work environment such as an industrial operation, an education institution, a major health centre or a hospital

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent Human Relations and Interpersonal skills
• Good Counselling skills/techniques
• Knowledge of Ministry of Health Policies
• Knowledge of the management of Medical Emergencies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

KEY DUTIES:

• Follows occupational health and safety practices
• Follows environmental work practices
• Facilitates counselling relationships
• Applies conflict resolution strategies
• Conducts health and safety training
• Conducts hygiene and performance investigation
• Implements health education programmes
• Monitors and manages sick bay
• Monitors hygiene and sanitation performance
• Maintains the procurement and storage of pharmaceutical products
• Manages record systems
• Provides first aid
• Prepares reports
• Plans and manages Workplace Health & Safety meetings

All applications, accompanied by up-to-date resumes and cover letter, must be addressed to:

THE DIRECTOR

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

THE HEART/NSTA TRUST CORPORATE OFFICES

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

6B OXFORD ROAD, KINGSTON 5.

Email: jobs@heart-nta.org

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

The HEART/NSTA Trust is a Statutory Agency of the Office of the Prime Minister, providing Training & Certification for all working age Jamaicans

Sales Associate/Cashier (Montego Bay, Jamaica) -LiveWell Pharmacy

 

Located in Montego Bay, LiveWell Pharmacy is seeking to fill the position of sales associate/cashier.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• Good customer service skills
• Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Minimum of four (4) CXC subjects preferably to include Maths and English
• Cashier experience is not crucial as the successful applicant will be trained

Qualified applicants are invited to email applications an detailed resume by Friday, February 7, 2025 to: livewellrx@yahoo.com 

Helper (St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

A helper is needed for two (2) days per week. 

Requirements:

• Must provide references
• Must already live in Linstead 
• Must be willing to clean, wash and iron

Telephone: (876) 864-1397.