AUN in need of Paediatric Nurse - 2015

The American University of Nigeria-AUN was established in 2003. The institution was conceived as Africa’s first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential to solving the continent’s critical social and economic problems.

Job Title: Paediatric Nurse

Location 
Adamawa

Job Field
Medical, Health, Safety

Summary
Pediatric nurses provide health and medical care for children at the AUN Early Learning Center.The nurse will provide expert care to the child while working with parents, teachers and the Center Director for information, direction and assistance in line with stipulated policy and procedures.

Responsibilities
Identify changes in a child’s signs and symptoms and intervene in emergent situations
Maintain privacy and confidentiality in nurse, child relationships
Differentiate between normal and abnormal physical findings
Serve as health advocate for staff, ensuring that health concerns are given proper attention.
Participate in activities to manage a child’s pain
Analyse situations to anticipate pathophysiological problems and detect changes in status
Administer medication using age-appropriate guidelines
Determine a child’s needs related to pain management
Evaluate a child for signs and symptoms of abuse
Provide supportive care to dying children with parents
Administer all medication at the center, communicating clearly
Motivate staff to maximize collaboration, retention and growth
Assist the center Director with the day-to-day operations of the school
Shall perform any other duties as maybe assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification
Nursing Certificate
Valid License to practice, Nursing registration
2 to 4 years of direct work experience with infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Basic Nursing Ethic
Ability to undertake self-directed tasks when necessary.
Flexible with time.
Ability to learn
Attention to detail.
Capacity to prioritize by assessing situations to determine urgency.

Other Requirements
Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in the treatment of infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
Tactfulness and professionalism

Interested Candidates should send CV to recruitment@aun.edu.ng

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