A Nursing Assistant in a pharmacy supports the pharmacist in providing basic patient care, assisting with medication preparation, and ensuring smooth daily operations of the pharmacy. The role involves helping patients, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting with simple medical procedures where necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist with basic patient care and medication preparation.
• Help check patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) when required.
• Provide basic health guidance to patients as directed by the pharmacist.
• Assist with dressing minor wounds and first aid when needed.
• Support the pharmacist in dispensing medications under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the pharmacy and medical equipment.
• Help manage patient records and prescription documentation.
• Assist in stocking and organizing medicines and medical supplies.
• Respond to patient inquiries and direct them to the pharmacist when necessary.
• Follow all health, safety, and pharmaceutical regulations.

Requirements

Requirements

• Certificate or Diploma in Nursing Assistant / Healthcare Assistant.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and patient care.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and vital signs monitoring.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a pharmacy, clinic, or hospital.
• Knowledge of medication handling and pharmacy procedures.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.