Recruitment notice: 02 Psychiatric nurse

• Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history;
• Plans and provides nursing care for patients;
• Makes nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options;
• Consults with psychiatrists and mental health activity manager in designing appropriate treatment
• Plans for clients;
• Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications;
• Arranges further medical attention when necessary;
• Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment;
• Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staffs and patients;
• Test for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain.
• Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician’s written orders.
• Maintains patient confidentiality;
• Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping;
• Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing;
• Provide care to our patients and support to their families;
• Monitor patient progress and document changes to behavior or health

Educational and professional experience required

• University degree / Institute in psychiatry Nursing or Mental Health nursing or Equivalent
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience including at least one year in NGO
• Technical and behavioral competencies required • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, outlook)
• Adaptability and readiness to carry out numerous field trips
• Analytical and reporting skills
• Respect and adherence to protection principles
• Capacity to work under pressure, flexibility
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Desirable competencies and qualifications

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Languages 

• English and Pidgin
• Knowledge of French (written and spoken) is an asset

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Send your CV and Cover letter by following this link: https://cutt.ly/AIqpxbW

Only CVs and Cover letters sent through the link mentioned will be received.

NB: Only Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the written and technical tests.