Nurse NGO Job MOHI

Medical Jobs, MOHI Jobs. Responsible for providing nursing care to patients, assessing health conditions, administering medication, monitoring patient progress, assisting with medical procedures, maintaining accurate patient records, offering health education, supporting, referring patients for specialised care, and ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines and infection prevention standards. Requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya. The position is based in Nairobi and requires on-site work.

Overall Job Purpose

• The position is responsible for ensuring the physical well-being of all the children, pupils/students and staff in the school. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective clinical procedures for best care for all patients. 
• Identify and treat children and staff with various illnesses and dispense drugs as per prescription. 
• Provide advice to school Head Teachers, Head Cook and Social Workers on issues related to nutrition and diet, hygiene, cleanliness, proper sanitation and preventive cure  
• Support the organization in the budgeting and budget monitoring process for the activities of treatment and cure.  
• Participate in the writing of the annual work plan for the nursing unit in line with the strategic plan. 
• Manage the process of procurement, storage and use of medical drugs and supplies/equipment. 
• Manage the dispensary at MoHI schools/centers. 
• Refer serious/complicated cases to other health facilities. 
• Provide health education to the children, staff and local community. 
• Advice management on health issues affecting children. 
• Coordinate immunization and vaccination programs for children. 
• Carry out guidance and counseling to children as is necessary. 
• Provide reports are required.  
• Keep proper documentation and records on diagnostics, treatment, drug purchases and dispensation and other supplies. 
• Discuss and advice parents/guardians on the medical conditions of their child. 
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor. 

Qualifications

• Posses a diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution. 
• Kenya Community Registered Health Nurse 
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya. 
• Certificate in Counseling or Psychology desirable 
• Three (3) years relevant work experience more so in a school setting working with children  

How to Apply

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