Inpatient In-Charge – Nursing Services Job Tenwek Hospital

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Job Purpose

The jobholder is responsible for overseeing and coordinating nursing activities within inpatient wards and critical care units to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care in line with AGC – Tenwek policy, hospital regulations, and the standards set by the Nursing Council of Kenya

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee inpatient care, set work schedules, coordinate meetings, and make personnel decisions in the Inpatient Department.
• Coordinate nursing activities through Unit In-Charges, ensuring smooth operations.
• Recruit, train, and mentor nurses, and ensure accurate departmental records.
• Apply nursing best practices and emerging theories to care delivery.
• Implement government and hospital guidelines for patient safety and compliance.
• Balance staff deployment across inpatient wards to optimize patient care.
• Ensure all nurses hold valid practice licenses and maintain updated records.
• Represent Nursing Services Lead in meetings and delegated duties when required.
• Supervise daily operations, performance management, and staff professional growth.
• Drive corporate initiatives such as audits, QMS, risk management, and compliance with policies.
• Develop and manage inpatient departmental budgets and work plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma in Nursing or related field. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is an added advantage.
• Valid registration and license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Leadership training is an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of progressive experience in a similar role, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership/supervisory position.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of nursing administration and inpatient care.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and servant leadership values.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Passion for God and for the wellbeing of mankind while driving positive social impact and transformational change in the community.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications to ctc.recruit@tenwekhosp.org on or before 26th June 2026, enclosing:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Faith

Note:

A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with Tenwek Hospital. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the values and mission of Tenwek Hospital and the Africa Gospel Church. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document. It should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.