The Top Ten Things You Should Know About Nurses In Uganda
MAY 13, 2024
THE TOP TEN THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NURSES IN UGANDA
10. Nurses constitute as high as 80% of Uganda's health workforce.
9. In 2020, Uganda had 17 nurses and midwives per 10,000 population, which is below the World Health Organization's recommended nurse-to-population ratio for providing adequate coverage of essential interventions.
8. Lacor Hospital has 104 nurses, 44 nursing assistants, and 76 nursing aides.
7. A nurse training school has existed on the campus of Lacor since 1973. It offers diploma courses in nursing as well as certificate courses in midwifery, nursing, and comprehensive nursing
6. The Nurse Training School has an annual intake of approximately 16 students for the diploma program and 65 students for the certificate courses.
5. In addition to their work inside the Hospital, nurses at Lacor provide home-based care for paralyzed patients and engage in other community outreach. Along with other team members, they make 2-3 visits weekly to the community.
4. Nurses wear white uniforms, with each belt representing their level of qualification within the health service. Pink belts indicate certificate holders, yellow belts denote diploma holders, red belts signify those with degrees, and black belts distinguish administrative staff.
3. The average monthly salary for a nursing officer at Lacor Hospital is $160.
2. Homes were built on the Lacor Hospital grounds for nurses and their families. These homes incentivize qualified nursing staff to continue working at Lacor, as they provide greater stability for their dependent families and allow the nurses the flexibility to use their salary to send their children to school.
1. Nurses face challenges, including high workloads and low nurse-to-patient ratios. Despite these adversities, they persevere, tirelessly serving their patients. Their faces become a constant presence in the hospital corridors, offering comfort, care, and expertise. Patients rely on them for medical aid and reassurance in times of distress. Their role extends beyond mere caregiving. Their commitment embodies the essence of healthcare at Lacor Hospital.