THE GOLDEN AGE HOME
Job Description
| Job Title: | Registered Nurse | Grade: RN1 |
| Department: | Medical and Nursing Care | |
| Grade: | RN1 | |
| Supervisory Responsibility for: | Practical Nurses | |
Summary of Job:
| Reporting to Nurse Manager/Matron the incumbent is responsible for direct and indirect nursing care and treatment of residents to facilitate the provision of optimum health care in keeping with the aims and objectives of the organization. |
Key Responsibilities:
| Supervisory and Administrative Responsibilities: Supervise and monitor the performance of Practical Nurses in the execution of their duties Conduct performance appraisals of Practical Nurses within the Nursing Department Conduct assessment of equipment and resources needed for the department and submit same to RN3 Clinical Responsibilities: Assists in promoting the general Nursing Service of the Home by setting and maintaining a high level of professional standards Assists the Medical Officer by being present for the examination and treatment for current and new admissions and bring to the attention of the RN3 (if not on duty then the Nursing Supervisor), any matter of concern regarding the residents Administer medications as directed Observes, records and reports vital signs, symptom changes or reaction to Medication Educates Practical Nurses as well as Cluster Supervisors of residents who are in need of special medical care while on the cluster Provides a safe hygienic environment for residents Assigns specific nursing duties to the Practical Nurses within the Nursing Department Interviews and assesses residents and in collaboration with RN3, refers residents to the internal Medical Practitioner or to hospitals or other health facilities Treats minor ailments Gives subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous injections as directed by internal Medical Practitioner Visit clusters and sees residents as directed by RN3, Nursing Supervisor, the Medical Officer or as requested by the Cluster Supervisor Assist in the rehabilitation and therapy of residents Monitor the completion of relevant forms by the Practical Nurses Monitor the administration of treatment for Wound Care as administered by the Practical Nurses Other Duties: Performs other related duties that may be assigned from time to time |
| Key Outputs: | Performance Standard |
| MARs effectively completed Vital signs reports maintained Injection administered effectively Documentations/forms are effectively completed Referrals of residents are made in a timely manner | High level of professional nursing care maintained Drugs, medicines and other treatment and procedures are applied as directed The necessary support given to medical team in the conduct of their duties |
| Core Competencies |
| Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties Pays excellent attention to details Excellent Interpersonal Skills Excellent communication skills Good team work. Excellent Supervisory Skills |
| Functional Competencies |
| Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice; Proficient in recognizing and evaluating the health needs of individuals for medical intervention; Excellent decision making and judgment skills; Excellent knowledge of the Nursing Council Policies and Procedures; Excellent problem solving and analytical skills; Very Good knowledge of computer applications. |
| Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience |
| Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from an accredited Institution Registered with the Nursing Council of Jamaica Certificate in Caring for the elderly Three (3) years work experience as a Registered Nurse Experience working with the Elderly population will be an asset Professional qualification and or certification in Supervisory Management would be an asset |
| Liaison |
| Internal: In-house Medical Doctor, Nursing Supervisor, GM, AGM, Operations Manager, Cluster Supervisors, Social Worker, Physiotherapist |
| External: Stakeholders, Nursing Practicum Students |
Emolument : $3,241,533 per annum
Application Deadline : May 8, 2026
