Nursing Officer II-(8 Posts) - Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Nursing Officer II-(8 Posts)

Organization : Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Application Deadline: 17 Oct 2016

Nursing Officer II-(X8) Position Description:

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences is inviting applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to be considered for employment to fill vacant posts listed hereunder for MUHAS Academic
Medical Centre (MAMC) at University New Campus of Mloganzilla.

4. Nursing Officer II-8 POSTS

(a) Required Qualifications
Holder of Bsc. Degree in Nursing/Midwifery from a recognized Institution plus successful completion of internship. Must be registered by the Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
i. Assesses patient's condition, plan, implement, document and evaluate individualized care using appropriate nursing model and according to the hospital nursing policy.
ii. Provides care according to patho-physiological process of diseases and scientific rationales.
iii. Orders drugs from pharmacy and ward equipment from stores
iv. Ensures all drugs and other treatments are given to the patients as prescribed and observe any adverse condition.
v. Maintains a professional friendly atmosphere and create a dignified environment.
vi. Maintains Therapeutic relationships with patients, their relatives and visitors to enhance the patient's quality of life, dignity and-the good standing of the hospital.
vii. Ensures safe care and custody of patients' property in accordance with the hospital policy. '
viii. Reports any accident/incident, loss or theft to the Senior Nursing Officer and complete necessary statements promptly.
ix. Maintains Health and Safety at work by ensuring that infection prevention and control principles are followed
x. Carries out research on nursing services and implementing the results to improve nursing services.
xi. Adheres to the prescribed inpatients and outpatients' treatment manual and procedures
xii. Critically analyzes nursing/midwifery care to determine appropriate interventions for clients/patients,
xiii. Follows hospital policy in respect of custody and administration of all drugs, with special observation to DDA drugs.
xiv. Supervises the provision of care and documentation by all health workers working under his/her supervision .
xv. Supervises and train subordinates on patients" care and management of equipment and supplies
xvi. Plans and allocate human and other resources as appropriate
xvii. Develops and maintains an updated Human Resource needs profile
xviii. Translates and implement health policies in nursing activities
xix. Conducts clinical teaching to nurse/midwifery students rotating in your unit
xx. Performs any other Duties and Responsibilities within scope of practice as assigned by his/her superiors from time to time

General Conditions for All Posts:
Applicants must attach an upto date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, email address and telephone numbers.
Applicants should apply on the strengths of the information given in this advertisement.
The title of the position applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter
and marked on the envelope.
Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates/ transcripts as' follows:
Postgraduate Degree First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Certificates.
Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
Computer Certificates where applicable.
Professional Certificates from respective boards where applicable.
One recent passport size picture and copy of birth certificate.
Form IV and Form VI result slips are strictly not accepted. Presentation offorged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action.
Applicants currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
Certificates from foreign Countries should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) - {Degree Level} or National Accreditation Council for Technical Education (NACTE) - {Diploma Level} or National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) - {Secondary Education}
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed the date of the interview

Application Instructions:

APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED OR HAND DELIVERED TO THE
FOLLOWING ADDRESS on or before 4.00 p.m on 17th October, 2016 (i.e. Deadline for receiving applications)

THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR, HOSPITAL SERVICES,
MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES - MUHAS,
P.O. BOX 65001,
DARES SALAAM.