JOB PURPOSE

To attend to patients in the Outpatient department by offering consultations and performing necessary procedures, stabilize emergencies in the Accident and Emergency and Inpatient department, liaise with consultants in the management of patients in the Inpatient and Outpatient departments.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attending to any emergencies in the A&E and Out-patient departments
• Attending patients in the In -patient department in conjunction with the consultant.
• Attending direct admissions and doing admissions of patients when deemed necessary.
• Participating in mortality and morbidity audits.
• Diagnosis and management as per protocol.
• Participation in health talks and outreach programs
• Participation in training including weekly CMEs
• Participation in creating clinical SOPs in coordination with resident consultants.
• Maintaining medical records through proper documentation of patient’s medical history and procedures done.
• Counseling patients and relatives on diagnosis and bereavement

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery.
• Registered with The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Valid practicing License from The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
• Active BLS AND ACLS certificates.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS & BEHAVIOURS

• Knowledgeable in basic anatomy, physiology, pharmacology
• Computer literate
• Familiar with locally available drugs and their indications
• Good communication and listening skills
• Able to work with a team of people from various backgrounds and training
• Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all ages
• Good interpersonal skills
• Culturally sensitive
• Able to keep up with Continuous Pharmaceutical Developments and Continuous Medical
• Available to work on holidays, nights and as the need arises within the department
• Flexible in performing assigned skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills

How to apply

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application (cover letter & CV/Resume) quoting the job title on the email subject, your current and expected remuneration, testimonials and full contact details of 3 referees, to careers@premierhospital.org. The application should be received not later than 5.00pm on 25th June, 2025. We shall ONLY accept ONLINE applications. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

JOB PURPOSE

Providing high standard of nursing care to all patients in line with the Hospital’s policies and procedures and achieving patient safety goals.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver direct patient care including but not limited to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions through professionalism and high standard of nursing care within the department.
• Advocate for patient needs, rights and preferences ensuring a patient centered approach to care.
• Serve as an expert resource person providing expert nursing care and demonstrate advanced clinical skills and knowledge in nursing practice.
• Engage on a daily basis with doctors and other care providers regarding patients’ plan of care and care solutions with emphasis on a Team-based problem-solving approach to unified approach to patient care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care teams to coordinate the delivery of comprehensive care.
• Facilitate effective communication between healthcare professionals, patients, and their families to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to established standards, policies and procedures. Monitor and evaluate quality of care provided, identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Administering treatment to patients a prescribed.
• Carry out patients’ proper orientation within the section.
• Relay accurate information to clinical staff on a patient’s condition.
• Responding to and reporting any abnormal recordings to the person in charge.
• Respond to emergencies when they arise.
• Labeling and dispatching specimens to laboratory promptly and safely.
• Perform routine nursing duties, prepare for and clear the ward before admission and after discharge.
• Ensure patients basic needs are met (feeding, bathing, change of linen etc.)
• Provide health education to patients to promote health.
• Proper documentation, maintaining proper records, confidentiality and always handing over between shifts.
• Identify and address potential risks and hazards in the care environment. Implement preventive measures and promote patient safety initiatives.
• Carry out special outpatient clinic activities (maternal, well baby, OPD).
• Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in the line with the job description.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in nursing from a recognized institution. A degree in nursing will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in medical-surgical ward
• Knowledge in computer applications
• Updated BLS and ACLS training certifications.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent customer service skills
• Conversant with International patient safety goals
• Competent in nursing skills
• Reliability and flexibility
• Desire for professional development and growth.