UG-Triage Nurse

JOB SUMMARY                               

The Triage Nurse contributes to Medical International’s calling by contributing to the quality of care by triaging patients through registration, taking immediate action in emergency cases, and directing patients to the correct department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome patients and inform them about how the facility functions.
• Ensure the availability of a comfortable waiting area for patients and attendants.
• Ensure a good flow of patients to avoid overcrowded rooms and patients standing for a long time while waiting to meet with clinical staff.
• Bring to the attention of the Nurse Supervisor or Clinical Officer any patient with an obvious serious medical problem.
• Provide basic first aid as required.
• Collaborate with Data Clerks to complete patient registration forms in accordance with organizational protocols and maintain files in good condition.
• Ensure patient data confidentiality.
• Assist in maintaining a clean environment in the triage unit
• Participate in patient and attendant health education as needed.
• Other Duties:
• Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations. 
• Utilize volunteers when appropriate. 
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, LICENSES & CERTIFICICATIONS

• Certificate in Enrolled Nursing or Certificate in Enrolled Comprehensive Nursing
• Valid CPR and first aid certifications

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Minimum 6 months of experience in triage activities

Preferred:

• Experience working with international NGOs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITITES

Knowledge:  

• Knowledge of triage practices and first aid
• Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol

Skills: 

• Skilled in administering first aid
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A good command of written and spoken English

Abilities: 

• Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
• Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy and maintain confidentiality of patient information
• Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in a busy triage unit
• Commitment to Medical Teams International Calling Statement and Core Values. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with others. 
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 PHYSICAL CONDITIONS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Frequent use of a computer, databases and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer. 
• Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer. 
• Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself. 
• Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder depending on the role.
• Occasionally I move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc. 
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move heavy items 
• Seldom to occasionally position oneself to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• If in travel status, occasional frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot. 

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. 
• The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions. 

NOTE:

• The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.  Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
• Medical Teams International is an equal opportunity employer and DOES NOT at any stage of the recruitment process (application, Shortlisting, interview meeting, processing, reference verification, training) request candidates to make payments of any kind. Further, Medical Teams International Uganda DOES NOT retain any agent to conduct recruitments on behalf of the organization. Please note that under NO circumstances shall Medical Teams International Uganda be held liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages, expenses or other inconvenience resulting from or in any way connected to the actions of fraudsters and other false agents.
• Medical Teams International is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.