JOB TITLE: OPTHALMIC NURSE

POSTIONS: 1

LOCATION: KITWE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Make diagnosis of eye diseases, treat some of them and refer appropriately
Gives support to the Ophthalmologist on the management of eye patients
Carries out theatre techniques and visual acuity
Assist the Ophthalmologist during surgeries
Perform practical procedure involved in examination and treatment
Perform minor operation e.g. lid surgery, suturing injuries around the eye.
Select and prepare patients who require surgery
Carry out postoperative management of the operated eye patients
Organise and run outreach clinic
Educate the public and other health workers on primary eye care

QUALIFICATIONS

A Certificate in Ophthalmic Nursing.
Should be a Registered Nurse (RN)
Current/Valid practicing license
Work experience will be added advantage