Nurse Supervisor – Ward Manager (Senior Nursing Officer) of General Medicine

The Nurse Supervisor – Ward Manager of General Medicine is a key member of the hospital clinical management team whose primary role is to oversee the nursing care provided in the Medical Ward, has 24/7 responsibility for the clinical care of patients and operation of the units, manages Enrolled Nurses, Assistant Nursing Officers and Nursing Officers.

Plans, directs and coordinates medical and health services. Sets and carries out policies, goals, and procedures for the department and evaluates the quality of the staff’s work. Develops reports and budgets for their Unit. Assures that the needs of the patients and doctors in the Medical Ward and associated areas are met, resulting in excellent outcomes. Serves as acting Head Nurse as assigned. The incumbent will ensure transparency in all matters pertaining to facility.

Education and Experience profile:

• B.Sc. degree in Nursing from a recognized Institution/University essential
• Must be  registered with Uganda Nurses & Midwives Council
• Post Basic Diploma preferred
• Minimum 8 years as Nurse in In-Patient wards
• At least 1 year as Senior Nursing Officer is preferrable