Jumuia Hospital Nursing Officers Jobs in Kenya

Jumuia Hospitals Ltd. a group of hospitals providing both primary and secondary health care services and a subsidiary of the National Council of Churches of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the position of:Clinical Officers



Duties


  • Accountable for patient care in the assigned area / ward Makes a complete assessment of all assigned patients on admission / at the beginning of the shift so as to plan the activities in order of priority while applying principles of safe patient care.
  • Provides complete Nursing care - periodic Vital recording, Bed making, Medication administrations, IV & Blood transfusions, personal requirements of the patient.
  • Maintains patient’s hygiene and health.
  • Practices infections controls measures to protect patient form acquiring or spreading infection.
  • Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of injection and modes of transmission.
  • Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
  • Maintain continuity through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication.
  • Maintains required quantity of medicines and medical consumables in the ward.
  • Takes responsibility of caring for all equipment and furniture and other related items in the unit realizing the need for cost effective and safe nursing care.
  • Demonstrates willingness to adjust the work pattern as directed by the superiors. Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient and family.
  • Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel as required without delay.
  • Implements emergency life resuscitative measures according to BLS & ACLS protocols.
  • Documents patient care in a manner that is clear, complete, and concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
  • Undertakes Patient and Attendants’ education, utilizing appropriate resources and documents in collaboration with the Nurse patient Educator.
  • Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
  • Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family
    and visitors.
  • Performs nursing procedures and Administers medications safely and efficiently according to established policies and procedures and doctors advise
  • Uses equipment safely and efficiently and takes responsibility of the inventory of the unit as directed by the unit in charge.
  • Upholds the nursing code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
  • Facilitates smooth discharge as per the protocols and doctors’ advice.


    Qualifications


  • At least Secondary School Education (KCSE).
  • Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse
    Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
  • Training of Trainer (TOT) skills
  • Good knowledge of family planning methodologies
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good logistics skills
  • Ability to handle difficult circumstances
  • Ability to withstand stress
  • Ability to handle incapacitated patients
  • Basic knowledge of storekeeping
  • Computer literacy
  • Must have worked in a similar position for at least three years in a similar position.


    How to apply


    Qualified and interested candidates who uphold high Christian values should download the NCCK Job Application Form, fill it out and send it via email to recruitment@jumuiahospitals.org before 4.00 p.m. on 13th July 2018. All duly filled application forms MUST be on PDF format as one single file. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



    For more information and job application details, see; Jumuia Hospital Nursing Officers Jobs in Kenya



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