Nurse Supervisor, Labor & Delivery (LDR) at Aga Khan University Hospital

The Incumbent will be responsible for safe and quality care for patients, capital and operational budgets as well as ensuring efficient utilization of available resources in Labor & Delivery (LDR) Unit.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Labor & Delivery unit team in formulation, implementation, and evaluation of annual goals & objectives in accordance with the Program and Nursing Division strategic objectives
• Ensure staff coverage and skill mix for safe and effective patient care
• In collaboration with others, lead the LDR Unit staff in development, implementation and review of policies, procedures, protocols, clinical pathways, and care guidelines in line with identified standards
• Lead in development of a culture of safe practice in collaboration with clinical teams and actively participate in multidisciplinary clinical rounds
• Participate in establishment of standards of care with unit staff and monitor delivery of care according to established standards
• Employ effective change management strategies to support in enhancement of safe patient care
• Take lead in unit based Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) projects, Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC) and ensure participation by nurses
• Guide nursing staff in initiation of and participation in unit based as well as hospital wide nursing research projects
• Ensure program-based client satisfaction survey is carried out, monitor trends of incidences/complaints and take appropriate action

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BScN)
• Registered nurse with current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certificate in BLS and ALSO
• 5 years of continuous clinical experience in Obstetrics Unit in acute care hospital
• Demonstrate current knowledge in general nursing
• Demonstrate leadership in management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills