Maternity Nurse at - Nairobi, Kenya - Marura Nursing Home

Description

At Marura Nursing Home, our vision is to be the preferred quality health care provider by pioneering disease eradicators in the community through reliable, quality and affordable health solutions as well as mutual and supportive relationships with the community.

Job Purpose
To ensure high-quality clinical care to all patients through provision of effective nursing services as a Registered Nursing Officer. Successful candidates will work in Maternity.

Reports to :
Maternity Nurse In Charge


Direct Reports :
None

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain the highest possible standard of client care by adhering to the hospital standard treatment protocols and guidelines.
Identify obstetric complications and institute appropriate and timely interventions.
Effective monitoring and evaluation of patients admitted in the maternity ward.
Administer medication and perform medical procedures within prevailing Hospital guidelines and protocols.
Ensure an outstanding client experience.
Counsel and prepare mothers for labour, childbirth and postpartum.
Monitor and manage pregnant mothers during labour and childbirth and ensure timely intervention in case of emergency.
Perform deliveries.
Provide care for mothers and new-born after birth.
Ensure proper documentation in pantograph.
Educate and support mothers in breastfeeding and care of the new-born.
Follow through investigations and procedures ordered by Doctors during ward rounds.
Run MCH, Family planning and other clinics as assigned by Head of Clinical Services.
Provide comprehensive client counselling e.g., reproductive health, HIV, vaccination, Pap smear &

• cancer screening amongst other services.

Ensure maintenance and availability of medical equipment in the doctors' and nursing room.
Professionally and timely prepare and present regular nursing reports.
Assist in the formulation, review and implementation of relevant policies and procedures e.g. infection prevention etc.
Adequately prepare and participate in health talks, presentations, and Continuous Medical
Education (CME) events.
Participate in clinical audits.

Accountability

Ensuring cost effective use of maternity supplies.
Patient safety, quality control, infection control and equipment care and planned preventive maintenance
Compliance with the stipulated regulations including Policies and Procedures adopted by the hospital
Communication and enforcement of policy or procedure gaps
Continuous training and learning on procedures and equipment
Adherence to the rules and regulations contained in the HR Policy & Procedure Manual (Employee Handbook)
Protect the Hospital's reputation by not engaging in conduct which could bring it into disrepute
Adherence to privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations

Levels of Authority Financial Measures and Impact:
Operational efficiency which leads to retained client base and sustained growth

Unit Measures and Impact:
Operational efficiency

Resources:
resource management and wastage reduction

Performance Management & Employee Engagement Measures

Turn-around time (TAT)
Operational costs- reducing wastage
Quality and safety standards compliance audit
Attendance/participation and absenteeism
Appraisal by objective
Bi-annual performance review by direct supervisor
Employee satisfaction survey

Job Conditions

Work is carried out in 6-12 hour shifts
Responsibility may call for extra hours
May be required to work on Public Holidays and Weekends depending on work schedules
May be exposed to biohazards during regular hospital duties
There will be occasional travel to different organizations and communities during scheduled marketing activities e.g. health talks, community outreach and wellness programs
Environment may be physically and emotionally demanding, working under stressful conditions
Entitled to 21 working days leave after each complete year of service
Attend a minimum of 40 hours of short-term training per year

People Skills

Work as part of a team
Collaborate with other staff to ensure best patient management

Requirements
Academic Qualifications

Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution i.e. KRCHN, KRN/KRM.
A Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution will be an added advantage

Professional Requirements

Must be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
Valid Nursing Practice License.
Valid competency in BLS, ACLS, ETAT+ and EmOC will be an added advantage.
Certificate of Good Conduct

Scientific Competencies Required

Basic equipment maintenance
Proficiency in computer software packages i.e. MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

Relevant Work Experience

At least five (5) years relevant work experience in a busy maternity ward

Skills and Competencies Required

Excellent clinical acumen.
Excellent customer service skills.
Effective communication skills - listening, oral and written.
Good interpersonal skills and a team player.
Empathetic to patients of all ages.
Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
Problem-solving, conflict resolution and crisis management skills.
Analytical and decision-making skills.
Report writing and presentation skills.
Desire for personal development, improvement, and learning.