CO/Nurse Anaesthetist at National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The purpose of the position is to glorify God through the provision of safe anaesthesia services to patients

FIELD OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meeting patients before their procedure to conduct pre-operative examinations (which includes measuring weight, height, fluid levels etc).
• Determining appropriate anaesthetic or sedation for patient based on pre-operative examination and prior medical history.
• Explaining anaesthetic process to patients and re-assuring them before they are led into the operating theatre under their supervision.
• Administering appropriate type of anaesthesia (local, regional, general or sedation) to patients via a variety of methods including inhalation or intravenous injection.
• Recording vital details, including type of anaesthesia administered, dosage, method of administration and patient’s condition.
• Positioning patients on operating tables, ensuring they are warm and comfortable.
• Monitoring patients throughout their medical procedure and dealing immediately with any problems that arise.
• Safely waking patients from their procedure whilst maintaining appropriate levels of pain killer/sedation without causing unnecessary nausea and side-effects.
• Working co-operatively with other medical professions, including surgeons and theatre nurses to manage patients from end-to-end and deal with chronic pain complaints etc.
• Anaesthetist jobs may also involve training medical students and fellow medical professionals on patient care related to the administration of anaesthetic agents.

JOB SPECIFICATION AND OTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE JOB

(Indicate the minimum qualification and experience required for performance of the job, not those of the current or previous jobholder)

Level of Education/Academic Qualification

Secondary School Education (KCSE).

Specialised Training/Professional Qualifications

•  Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery/ Nursing
• Higher diploma in Anaesthesia
• Registered by relevant body
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience.

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment
• A good understanding of community dynamics. Knowledge and familiarity with the community

Relevant Job Experience

Must have worked in a similar position for at least three years in a similar position.