Nursing Officer Paediatric Ward

The Nursing Officer of Paediatric Ward is a key member of the hospital clinical team whose primary role is to oversee the nursing care provided to infants, children and adolescents in the Paediatric Ward. Has 24/7 responsibility for the clinical care of paediatric patients and operation of the unit. Manages Assistant Nursing Officers and the Enrolled Nurses under her care. Plans, directs, and coordinates the care and other health services provided in the assigned unit, sets and carries out policies, goals, and procedures for the department; evaluates the quality of the staff’s work; develops reports and budgets. Assures that the needs of the patients and doctors in the paediatrics and associated areas are met, resulting in excellent outcomes. Serves as the acting Nursing Supervisor during their absence.

Education and Experience profile:

• B. Sc. Degree in Nursing from recognized University / Institution.
• Registered with the Uganda Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Post Basic Diploma in Child Health Nursing preferred.
• Minimum six (6) years in pediatric unit or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years as Senior Assistant Nursing Officer in Pediatrics or equivalent