Responsibilities
The Nursing Direction is one of the clinical units of Ruli District Hospital, composed of a team of nurses and midwifes. It provides comprehensive nursing care from admission, ensuring that patients are safe, supported, and comfortable throughout their treatment journey.
The unit performs patient assessments at admission using standardized tools and medical screening. This assessment is conducted in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.
The Nursing Direction actively participates in developing individualized care plans, implementing them, and continuously monitoring patient progress. It is also responsible for administering medications, observing their effects, and managing withdrawal symptoms and side effects as part of detoxification and ongoing treatment.
In addition, the unit ensures proper documentation by updating and maintaining accurate patient medical records, which are essential for continuity and quality of care. It also plays a key role in educating patients and their families about substance use disorders and available treatment options.
It also contributes to community reintegration by preparing and orienting patients for a return to daily life, supporting them in rebuilding social, family, and occupational functioning after treatment.
Across all its activities, the Nursing Direction works in close collaboration with other clinical services through a multidisciplinary approach to ensure comprehensive, safe, and effective treatment for individuals.
NIZEYIMANA Emmanuel
Director of Nursing & Midiwifery