Strathmore University – Resident Nurse.

Job Title:                   Resident Nurse

Department:              Strathmore University Medical Centre

Reporting to:             Nursing Services Manager

Basic job summary:

This position will be responsible for providing general nursing care to patients in the Strathmore University Medical Centre.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Provide excellent Clinical Nursing Care to patients.

1. Continuous Development and updating of the Medical Centre’s policies, standards and procedures of nursing care as need may arise.
2. Play an active role in Infection prevention and control (IPC).
3. Prepare staff work schedules and Rota as well as assign available Nursing staff to specific areas of patient care.
4. Coach and mentor other nurses in quality nursing care as well as other sections of clinical care.
5. Uphold and maintain statutory regulations as required by the Nursing Council and the laws of Kenya.
6. Ensure Patient confidentiality is upheld at all times.
7. Safeguard all of the Centre’s records and information.
8. Ensure accurate, proper and procedural documentation, record keeping and updating of HMIS software.
9. Utilizing the available resources effectively for quality service delivery, desired patient outcomes and manage cost effectively.
10. Actively participate in the medical Centre as well as University health and wellness activities.
11. Any other duties as maybe assigned by the Director from time to time.

 Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.

• Registered nurse with the Nursing Council of Kenya

Experience:

• At least 3 years Clinical Nursing experience in a similar position
• Registration by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• A valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and attention to detail skills
• Management training and experience in leadership position is an added advantage.

Competencies and Attributes

• Integrity and high professional standard
• Commitment to duty
• Good oral and written communication skill
• Very adept at handling people
• Health promotion and maintenance
• Attention to detail

Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Resident Nurse” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 4^th February 2022.

Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please be advised that Strathmore University is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT ask for money from applicants under any circumstances during its recruitment process. Interested applicants are encouraged to exercise caution upon receiving any such interview opportunity that requires payment of any money.

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