Nephrology Nurse at - Nairobi, Kenya - Mater Hospital

Description

The Mater Hospital was opened in 1962 by the Sisters of Mercy, a Catholic Order of Nuns originating from Ireland, three years after registering themselves as the Registered Trustees of an entity under the Perpetual Succession Act (the succeeding legislation after independence).

Main Duties

Assessing patient's condition and planning for their care
Administering dialysis to the patients taking utmost care ensuring procedure is carried out safely and effectively
Ensuring patient's nursing needs such as physical, psychological and mental are attended to
Assisting physicians in carrying out medical procedures
Monitoring, recording and reporting changes in patient's symptoms; maintaining accurate reports on patients
Ensuring all renal machines, monitors and other equipment in the unit are working properly
Receiving and discharging patients to and from the unit
Administering intravenous fluids and medications
Requesting for diagnostic tests
Responding to emergencies and life-saving situations
Maintaining safe and clean working environment by adhering to set standards and procedures
Providing support and education to the patient's families on various topics pertaining to health of the patient
Participating in quality improvement initiatives within the department and provide reports as required
Any other duty assigned from time to time

Required Qualifications for the Position

Higher National Diploma in Nephrology (KRNN)
Diploma in KRCHN/KRN/M
BSc Nursing
Computer Proficiency
Registered with NCK with a valid practicing license
Minimum experience of 2 years in Nursing