Kakenya’s Dream Registered Community Health Nurse Jobs in Kenya
Job Purpose
The Job holder shall ensure the effective delivery of quality nursing services to the health Centre catchment population.
Responsibilities
Complete head-to-toe assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs
Develop written care plans based on patient’s needs, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions
Carry out monitoring to include vital signs
Document all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, and family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner
Administer medication safely, monitor patient responses to medication, and report adverse reactions promptly.
Dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste safely in accordance with guidelines
Prepare for and assist physicians in performing various procedures in the clinic.
Perform pain assessment and initiate analgesia as per protocol
Promptly report both clinical and non-clinical unusual findings/incidences to the Clinic Manager
Identify patient and youth education needs and implement appropriate teaching
Provide a safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies
Be accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources i.e., accurate and timely billing of clinic stock drugs and consumables
Care for equipment through proper cleaning, storage, per shift check of the
inventory and timely reporting and follow-up of non-functional equipment to the Clinic Manager.
Participate in clinic-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks and skill checks
Minimum Qualifications
A diploma in Community Health Nursing
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
At least two years of experience in a busy health facility
Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of the current practices in general nursing in an outpatient setup
Experience in a youth-friendly facility is an added advantage
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications, please email your certificate of registration with the relevant professional body, resume and a cover letter indicating your expected salary and availability to [email protected] on
Find jobs in Kenya. Jobs – Kenya jobs. Search our career portal & find the latest Kenyan job positions, career opportunities & jobs in Kenya.
Jobs in Kenya – banking jobs, IT jobs, accounting jobs, NGO jobs, business administration, ICT, UN jobs, procurement jobs, education jobs, hospital jobs, human resources jobs, engineering, teaching jobs, and other careers in Kenya.
Find your dream job from 1000s of vacancies in Kenya posted and updated daily – click here!
Click here to post comments
Join in and write your own page! It’s easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to 3 Best Africa Jobs.
