Enrolled Nurse III - 11 Posts at Laikipia County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: assessing patients and clients and establishing health care needs; planning and implementing nursing care interventions based on patients'/clients' health needs; providing appropriate healthcare service, including immunization, ante-natal care, delivery, referring patients and clients appropriately; evaluating healthcare outcomes on patients/clients preparing individualised reports; making appropriate discharge plan for patients; conducting assessment of school health needs; planning, implementing interventions and preparing periodic reports; maintaining records on patients/clients personal and health condition/care; ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment; ensuring safe custody for inpatients belongings; conducting home visits, following up discharged patients/clients and providing continuity of care; and treating minor ailments.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Enrolled Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Midwife, Kenya Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse or Enrolled Nurse/Midwife from a recognized training institution;
• Enrolment Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Valid practising license from Nursing Council of Kenya; and
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.