Locum Nurse – Health Services at KCA University (KCAU)

Job Objective

• The job holder will be responsible for providing quality nursing services at the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor patients’ vital signs and triage accordingly.
• Effective record-keeping and documentation; keep clear and accurate patient records of assessments and interventions undertaken.
• Provide health education to patients as appropriate; monitor patients’ conditions and assess the best possible care and advice.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and safety in the facility.
• Work within and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic patient care.
• 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 and ensure timely calibration. In case of malfunction, report it 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 applicable regulatory requirements related to nursing practice, adhering to established care and standards of practice.
• Participate in decision-making concerning patient care services, and 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 utilise laboratory and diagnostic findings to make sound clinical decisions/judgments 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 utilise research findings to improve quality care.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications And Experience

• At least a Diploma in nursing from an accredited/recognised institution.
• 3 years work experience in an accredited health facility/academic institution.
• Be registered and have a valid license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Knowledge of Hospital Management System (HMS) will be an added advantage.

Other Skills And Competencies

• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Familiarity with professional and technical emerging knowledge.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask.
• Compassionate with good communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork.
• Computer literate.