Locum Nurse Job KCA University

KCA University (KCAU) is a private, non-profit institution, founded in July 1989 as Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA) by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to improve the quality of accountancy and financial management training in the country. KCAU is located on Thika Road in Ruaraka, Nairobi, Kenya
The job holder will be responsible for provision of quality nursing services at the University.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Monitor patients’ vital signs and triage accordingly.
• Maintain clear and accurate patient records of assessments and interventions undertaken.
• Provide health education to the patients as appropriate; monitor patient’s condition and assess best possible care and advice.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and safety in the facility.
• Work within and collaborate with multidisciplinary team to achieve holistic care for the patient.
• Carry out all nursing procedures professionally and ethically as per the procedure manual.
• Participate in the student affairs functions as called upon by the supervisor;
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition, ensure timely calibration and in case of malfunction, report to the maintenance team promptly.
• Advocate for the health and well-being of patients; actively listen to their concerns/needs and resolve or report accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements in relation to nursing practice; follow care and standards of practice.
• Participate in decision-making concerning patient care services, ensure that policies and procedures are properly interpreted and applied.
• Handle medical emergencies well and promptly at triage.
• Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
• Assess, plan, implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient care.
• Provide emergency care in line with stipulated guidelines.
• Assist in medical surgical procedures as per stipulated guidelines.
• Order, perform and utilize laboratory and diagnostic findings to make sound clinical decision/judgement in patient care according to relevant protocols and guidelines.
• Prescribe selected drugs and administer any other prescribed medication to patients as per guidelines.
• Conduct and utilize research findings to improve quality care.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications And Experience

• Must have a Diploma in Nursing from a recognized training institution.
• Be registered and have a valid license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Work Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in an accredited health facility/academic institution.
• Previous experience in an accredited academic institution and HMS knowledge is an added advantage.

Other Skills And Competencies

• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills, as well as ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent operational and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and HR analytics tools

Competencies

• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent understanding of professional and technical emerging knowledge
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task.
• Compassionate with good communication skills.

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