Registered Practical Nurse

About us

Most patients live in Dar es Salaam or within a 20-minute drive. Scrubs in any colour, closed-toe shoes required.

The role

This Registered Practical Nurse works under the direction of the RN supervisor and the attending physicians. The work is on site and cannot be done remotely.

What you'll be doing

• Process new physician orders and transcribe them accurately
• Respond to falls and emergencies and start CPR when needed
• Complete treatments, dressing changes and wound care as ordered
• Take and record vital signs, weights and blood glucose checks
• Keep the medication cart clean, locked and stocked

What you'll need

• 3-5 years of long-term care or clinic experience preferred
• Must pass a criminal background check and TB test
• Reliable attendance. We are a 24/7 building and short-notice callouts affect residents
• Comfortable using an eMAR and electronic charting
• Knowledge of state survey regulations and resident rights

Schedule: Night shift, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, every other weekend

Benefits

• Medical cover
• Transport allowance
• Pension contribution
• 13th month salary
• Annual leave

Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Usambara Urgent Care.