Female Nurse – Community Drug Shop Facility | Job Description

About the Institution

Position Overview

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and provide appropriate basic nursing support.
• Take and record patient vital signs.
• Conduct basic patient assessments and identify health concerns.
• Provide basic primary nursing care and first aid services.
• Offer appropriate health guidance and support to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Refer patients to appropriate healthcare facilities where necessary.

• Assist in dispensing over-the-counter and prescribed medications according to approved guidelines.
• Explain correct:
  • Dosage instructions
  • Medication administration procedures
  • Proper usage of medicines
• Provide patients with clear information on medication use.
• Support safe handling, storage, and management of pharmaceutical supplies.
• Maintain proper medication records.
• Monitor availability of essential medicines and report shortages.

• Provide clear health education and patient counseling.
• Communicate healthcare information effectively to patients.
• Offer health advice in local languages to ensure patient understanding and compliance.
• Encourage patients to follow medical instructions.
• Promote responsible medicine use and healthy practices.
• Build positive relationships with community members.

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the facility.
• Ensure pharmaceutical supplies are stored under proper conditions.
• Maintain stock inventory records.
• Monitor medicine and healthcare supply levels.
• Ensure proper organization of medical supplies and equipment.
• Report expired, damaged, or low-stock items.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Female candidates are preferred for this position.

• Certificate or Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.

• Enrolled Nurse
• Registered Nurse

• Runyankole
• Runyoro
• Rutooro

• Prior experience working in:
  • Clinics
  • Drug shops
  • Community pharmacies
  • Healthcare facilities

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Compassionate patient care approach
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Good patient counseling abilities
• Integrity and professionalism
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Good nursing assessment skills
• Responsible medication handling
• Strong teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently
• Good record-keeping skills
• Community-focused healthcare mindset

Career Growth Opportunities

• Community Nursing
• Primary Healthcare Services
• Patient Care Management
• Pharmaceutical Support Services
• Clinical Support Operations
• Community Health Programs

How to Apply