Enrolled Nurse

Job Details

AsOne Ministries is a Christ-centered, non-profit organization committed to making disciples of Jesus and creating sustainable solutions in education, enterprise, health, and agriculture in rural, underserved communities across Uganda. As an Enrolled Nurse at the AsOne clinic in Namutumba Community, you will provide safe, competent, and compassionate basic nursing care to clients, working under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Clinical Officer, and delivering excellent, Christ-centered customer care to every client, caregiver, and other stakeholder. Expected to uphold the professional code of conduct for nurses as set by the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council. Employment Type: Full-time, 8 work hours. Duty Station: Namutumba Community, Uganda. Salary: Not Disclosed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and welcome clients, and assist in triage by taking and recording vital signs, weight, and basic clinical observations.
• Provide basic bedside nursing care, including hygiene care, feeding assistance, positioning, and comfort measures for clients.
• Administer medications, injections, and immunizations as prescribed and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Clinical Officer.
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, and other basic clinical procedures under supervision.
• Support antenatal, postnatal, child health, immunization, and family planning clinics by preparing clients and assisting with procedures.
• Assist in emergency care and stabilization of clients, promptly alerting the Registered Nurse or Clinical Officer to any changes in condition.
• Monitor clients' comfort and well-being during their stay or visit, reporting any concerns to senior clinical staff without delay.
• Educate clients and caregivers on basic hygiene, medication use, nutrition, and self-care practices as guided by senior staff.
• Provide holistic care that integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual support, including prayer with clients where appropriate and welcomed.
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols strictly, including safe handling and disposal of sharps and clinical waste.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including basic nursing notes, vital signs charts, and vaccination records.
• Assist in completing daily and weekly nursing returns and statistics for submission to the Registered Nurse or Clinic Manager.
• Support monitoring of stock levels of basic medical and nursing supplies, and flag shortages or expiring items to senior staff.
• Assist in proper use, cleaning, sterilization, and safe storage of nursing equipment and instruments.
• Support scheduling and coordination of client appointments, home visits, and follow-up care under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, national health regulations, and data protection standards in all record-keeping and client interactions.
• Assist in preparing the clinic environment and documentation for inspections, audits, or visits by health authorities or partners.
• Welcome and attend to every client with warmth, respect, dignity, and patience regardless of background or circumstance.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with clients and caregivers about their care and what to expect.
• Help manage client flow and waiting areas to minimize delays and reduce frustration.
• Listen to client and caregiver concerns or complaints with empathy and professionalism, promptly referring them to the Registered Nurse or Clinical Officer.
• Protect client confidentiality and privacy at all times, in line with nursing ethics and data protection standards.
• Follow up with clients and families as directed after treatment, discharge, or referral.
• Build and maintain respectful, professional relationships with colleagues, clinic management, suppliers, and visiting partners.
• Work closely with the Registered Nurse, Clinical Officer, midwives, lab technicians, pharmacy staff, and community health workers to ensure coordinated client care.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, case reviews, quality improvement discussions, and staff devotions, fellowships, and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Certificate in Enrolled Nursing from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a primary care, rural, or community health setting.
• Solid understanding of basic nursing procedures, maternal and child health, and common health conditions prevalent in the local context.
• Proficient in basic clinical procedures, vital signs monitoring, and supervised medication administration.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills, with willingness to learn basic health information systems (e.g., HMIS/DHIS2).
• Sound knowledge of infection prevention and control, and safe handling of medical supplies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong customer care orientation.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and under supervision, including in emergency situations.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting and record management is an added advantage.
• Capable of creating a safe, dignified, and nurturing environment for clients' physical and spiritual well-being.