Registered Nurse II (Critical Care) Job KUTRRH

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JG: KUH 9. [REF No: V/FT/40/2025] – 4 Posts

Job Purpose

To provide advanced nursing care to critically ill patients in ICU, HDU, and related units by monitoring, assessing, and implementing evidence-based interventions to ensure patient safety, recovery, and optimal outcomes.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Nurse In-Charge in the area of deployment, the position holder will be responsible for the following:

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• Delivering quality nursing care to crucially ill patients in accordance with the set Nursing Standards and as per the policies and procedures of the hospital.
• Receiving patients in critical conditions that are referred to the unit.
• Setting up and monitoring medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, transducers or pressure lines, identifying malfunctioning equipment or devices and reporting the same to the biomedical engineering team.
• Monitoring patients for their progress and changes in status and indications of health conditions such as sepsis or shock and institute appropriate interventions together with medical specialists.
• Administering the prescribed therapeutic procedures based upon patients’ clinical status and assess patients’ pain levels or sedation requirements.
• Conduct pulmonary assessments to identify abnormal respiratory patterns or breathing sounds that indicate medical conditions of patients.
• Monitor patients’ fluid intake and outlet to detect any emerging problems such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances among patients.
• Documenting patients’ medical histories and assessment findings, compiling and analyzing data obtained from monitoring or diagnostic tests.
• Participating in the development, review, or evaluation of critical care nursing practice protocols.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)/Kenya Registered Nursing (KRN) from a recognized institution.
• Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Training certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) will be an added advantage.
• Registration by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Valid practicing license as a Critical Care Nurse from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Core Competencies

• Critical thinking skills and good clinical judgement for effective problem-solving.
• High levels of empathy and compassion towards patients and their families.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Adaptability and resilience in highly demanding patient care environments.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ethical practice and professional integrity in line with nursing standards.

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Terms of Service

The successful candidate will be engaged on permanent & pensionable terms.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply online in confidence via the portal https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke/ and clearly indicate the job Reference and the job applied for. Job Descriptions are available at https://www.kutrrh.go.ke/careers/.

All applications should be submitted online via (https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke/) with the subject line clearly indicating the position applied for (e.g., “Application for Deputy Director, Administration” and Job Reference Number).

Applicants are required to attach the following documents in PDF: Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae with email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees, Copy of National ID, copy of Valid Practicing License, copies of academic and professional certificates (MUST be certified by the issuing institution. all applicants with foreign qualifications must get the qualifications equated to those of the Kenyan education system), testimonials and any other relevant document.

Application deadline

All applications should reach KUTRRH not later than Tuesday, 9th December 2025.

Addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer,

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Kahawa West, Northern Bypass Road, Nairobi

P. O. Box 7674 – 00100, GPO Nairobi

Please note that:

• Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to demonstrate compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting required documents (e.g., clearance certificates from EACC, DCI, KRA, HELB, CRB and CUE/ KNAQ for those with academic qualifications obtained from learning institutions outside Kenya).

KUTRRH is an equal opportunity employer and respects inclusivity and diversity. Persons living with disabilities and individuals from marginalized and minority communities who meet the person specifications are strongly encouraged to apply.