Nursing Officer (Principal Nursing Officer)
Florence Nightingale Hospital – Apac
Opportunity TypeJob
Profession / CadreNursing Officer, Nursing Officer, .
Employment TypeFull Time
LocationApac District, Uganda
Deadline16 Nov 202613 days left
Salary / AllowanceNot disclosed
Application RouteEmail
SourcePosted by MOHU Admin
Posted1 hour ago
Minimum qualificationBachelor's Degree in Nursing
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Opportunity Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide strategic and operational leadership, supervision and coordination of nursing and midwifery services.
2. Develop duty rosters, staff schedules and appropriate personnel deployment.
3. Ensure professional standards, clinical protocols, infection prevention and patient safety.
4. Coordinate nursing ward rounds, handovers, CMEs and professional development.
5. Monitor nursing documentation, patient care standards and compliance with Ministry of Health guidelines and hospital policies.
6. Collaborate with the Medical Superintendent and hospital management to improve healthcare delivery.
7. Coordinate reports, departmental meetings, performance appraisals and quality improvement.
8. Oversee nursing supplies and equipment management.
Requirements
REQUIRED
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution.
• Registration with Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council (UNMC) and valid practising licence.
• At least one year of relevant clinical experience.
• Leadership, organisational, interpersonal and team-management skills.
• Good clinical judgement, communication and problem-solving skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
• Nursing supervision or leadership experience.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Proactive, organised, approachable and able to motivate staff, resolve workplace challenges and foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
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Last updated: 03 Nov 2026
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