Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Jobs in Solwezi at Mary Begg Health Services

Mary Begg Health Services (MBHS) is seeking qualified registered nurses to join its multidisciplinary team in Solwezi, North Western Province. These registered nurse jobs in Solwezi offer a temporary opportunity to deliver compassionate, patient-centered nursing care across various clinical settings including triage, outpatient, inpatient, emergency services, and the operating theatre.

Role Overview and Key Accountabilities

As a registered nurse at MBHS, you will be a vital first point of clinical contact, responsible for conducting health histories, nursing assessments, and assisting with procedures. You will work shifts and rotate through different departments, ensuring adherence to both the General Nursing Council of Zambia’s Code of Conduct and MBHS Healthcare Standards.

• Adhere to standard operating policies aligned with the Zambian nursing scope of practice and MBHS quality standards.
• Provide ethical, respectful, competent, and compassionate nursing care at all times.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and demonstrate versatility across assigned clinical areas.
• Be accessible during rostered shifts, maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality rigorously.

Key Responsibilities for Registered Nurse Jobs in Solwezi

The role demands a proactive approach to patient care and clinical operations, including but not limited to:

• Maintaining a hygienic, safe environment consistent with MBHS Healthcare Standards.
• Triage and prioritize patients according to MBHS protocols.
• Perform physical assessments such as vital signs, blood smear tests, and health histories.
• Ensure accurate, legible nursing documentation and effective handovers during shift changes.
• Develop nursing diagnoses and care plans, collaborating closely with attending doctors.
• Assist medical doctors with clinical procedures and escalate urgent patient concerns promptly.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions, ensuring compliance with medication safety protocols.
• Manage medication inventory and clinical equipment maintenance.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies, involving medical doctors as needed.
• Plan patient discharges and coordinate with general practitioners and pharmacists.
• Support patients and families with counseling following critical diagnoses or bereavement.
• Mentor junior nursing staff and promote patient education to encourage good health outcomes.
• Adhere strictly to infection control policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Comply with all national legal regulations and MBHS policies.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Diploma in Registered Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Current practising license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ).
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a registered nurse.
• Highly computer literate with strong attention to detail.
• Additional diplomas in Critical Care, Trauma, or Pediatric Nursing are advantageous.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply for these registered nurse jobs in Solwezi by submitting their application through the Mary Begg Health Services careers portal:

https://marybeggclinic.bamboohr.com/careers/605