Clinical Nurse, Paediatrics A&E at - Nairobi, Kenya - Aga Khan University Hospital

Description

Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University's Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa


Responsibilities:
Triage each patient using the PCETAS criteria and determine priority of care based on physical, psychological and social needs
Identify patients with infectious diseases and initiate appropriate isolation precautions and communicate as appropriate
Perform focused assessment of chief complaints of each patient in a timely manner according to established triage guidelines
Provide professional nursing care for assigned patients in the emergency room
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
Prepare for and assist physicians to perform various procedures such as insertion of invasive lines
Prepare patients for various investigations including lab and radiological imaging
Collect specimens in emergency situations and ensure correct labeling.
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
Provide safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies
Be accountable for judicious use of resources and ensure accurate and timely billing of supplies
Care for equipment through cleaning, storage, per shift check of the inventory and timely reporting and follow up of non-functional equipment to the nurse manager
Participate in unit based continuing 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 European Paediatric Life Support (EPLS)
Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in emergency nursing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team