Enrolled Nursing Assistant Job at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant (Enrolled Nursing Assistant). A 1-year psychiatric experience will serve as an added advantage.
• Must possess communication skills, empathy and compassion, time management, medical knowledge, organizational skills. Must know Batho Pele principles and their applicability.
• Must know and apply the six-key ministerial priorities. Must be conversant with National Core Standards. Successful candidates will be subjected to medical surveillance.

Duties :

• Observing patients for signs of physical or emotional distress and reporting concerns to the supervising nurse. Providing basic care such as bathing, shaving, grooming, and dressing patients.
• Observing and reporting changes in patient behaviour or body language that may indicate distress or danger to self or others. Escort patients to appointments in the hospital or other areas of the facility as needed. Recording vital statistics such as weight, height, blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature.
• Communicating with physicians or other health care professionals regarding the patient’s progress or setbacks. Observing patients to identify problems that may require psychiatric intervention.
• Providing support and guidance to patients during therapy sessions. Collaborate with other members of the psychiatric nursing team to provide comprehensive care. Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required. Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.