Clinical Nurse, Medical/surgical Ward (4 Positions)

Summary of the Role:

• Reporting to the Nurse Manager - Medical/Surgical Ward, the successful candidate will be expected to provide safe and competent general nursing care for Medical/Surgical Patients, maintain up-to-date knowledge of Nursing Council of Kenya regulations, treat patients with dignity, respect their privacy, be involved in decision making related to their care and maintain safe practice and environment.
• Complete head-to-toe assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs and utilize the Hospital's quality nursing processes in planning and executing care for patients/clients.
• Develop written care plans based on patients' needs, as well as monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Carry out hemodynamic monitoring to include vital signs, neurological and fluid status, labs, and radiological evaluations.
• Document all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner.
• Administer medication safely, monitor patient responses to medication and promptly report adverse reactions.
• Participate in nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot-and-skills checks as well as ensure adherence to the Hospital's Prevention and Control of Infections practices.
• Be accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources.
• Carry out pre- and post-operative care for the surgical patients.

Essential and Desirable Criteria:

• Registered Nurse from a recognized school of nursing or university.
• Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is mandatory.
• Member of a recognized nurses association in Kenya.
• At least two (2) years of clinical working experience in acute care hospital or busy clinical set up.
• Excellent customer care and critical thinking skills.