Nursing Officer - Embu, Kenya - Imara Mediplus Hospital

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Imara Mediplus Hospital is a multi-specialty outpatient medical facility, attended by doctors and specialists, focused on providing holistic all inclusive care.

JOB SUMMARY

QUALIFICATIONS Diploma/Degree in Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution. Registered Nurse with valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya 2 years' experience in Nursing in a busy hospital

RESPONSIBILITIES

To maintain the highest possible standard of client care by adhering to the hospital standard treatment protocol and guidelines To continually monitor and evaluate patients admitted in the wards and assist doctors on ward rounds. Perform other procedures including dressing wounds, stitching, conducting deliveries, bedmaking, dump dusting, taking vitals and physical examinations as per the Hospital guidelines and protocols. Assist in theatre by preparing instruments, circulating, scrubbing and monitoring of patients Ensure patient safety as well as ensuring the client information is kept confidential at all times.Ensure 24hr coverage of the Hospital by adhering to the monthly duty coverage rotasTo implement a smooth, efficient client flow to minimize client waiting timeTo provide accurate, friendly, helpful service, advice, guidance and education to all clients maintaining a high customer service environment. Ensure doctor's and nursing room is clean, equipped and well maintained as well as assist in preparation for procedures. Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols Appropriately and timely admission of patients who require inpatient care and initiating discharge plan as well as ensuring all chargeable services and items are billed To have accurate filling of all medical claims and ensure timely preparation of MOH and nursing reports

REQUIRED SKILLS

Following care plans, Measurement of vital signs, Medication and prescription administration, Nursing, Patient care, First aid, Medicine

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree