Clinical Nurse, Medical Ward at Aga Khan University

Nairobi, , Kenya -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Care Planning, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Medication Administration, Chemotherapy Monitoring, Airway Management, Basic Life Support, Infection Control, Clinical Documentation, Patient Education, Pre and Post-operative Care, Specimen Collection, Pain Assessment, Resource Management, Mentoring, Quality Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Clinical Nurse Department Medical Ward Entity Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi Location Nairobi, Kenya Introduction Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years. Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Nurse Manager, Medical Ward Department. Responsibilities: Complete head to toe assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs Develop written care plans based on patients’ needs, monitor and evaluate 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. Assess and monitor patients who are receiving chemotherapy with the assistance of a chemotherapy nurse. Dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste safely in accordance with Aga Khan University Hospital Assist patients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing and dressing Prepare for and assist physicians to perform various procedures such as Lumbar Puncture and insertion of invasive lines Carry out pre and post-operative care for the surgical patient Maintain adequate airway management to include oxygen therapy, nebulization and suctioning Prepare patients for various investigations including lab and radiological imaging. Collect specimens such as sputum, stool, urine and ensure correct labeling of specimen bottles Perform pain assessment and initiate analgesia as per protocol Promptly report both clinical and non-clinical unusual findings/incidences to the nurse manager, team leader or physician Identify patient and family education needs and implement appropriate teaching Be able to commence enteral feeds as prescribed, assess absorption and elimination, and give feedback as appropriate Be able to recognize a patient in a pre- arrest or arrest states, and to initiate Basic Life Support Provide a safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies. Participate in quality initiatives including clinical care program certification (CCPC) Be accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources i.e. accurate and timely billing of ward stock drugs and consumables Care for equipment through cleaning, storage, per shift check of the inventory and timely reporting and follow up of nonfunctional equipment to the nurse manager Follow discharge procedure of assigned patients according to hospital protocol, and ensure follow up appointments are made Assist in orientation of new nurses and mentoring of junior nursing staff and students Provide leadership for the team and manage the unit in a given shift Participate in unit-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks and skill checks Requirements RN from a recognized school of nursing or University Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) Demonstrate evidence based knowledge of current practices in Medical-Surgical nursing

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for performing comprehensive patient assessments, developing care plans, and administering medications and treatments in the medical ward. They also manage patient safety, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff.