Nursing Officer at Penda Health

Role Description:

Nursing Officers at Penda ensure the best quality of service and excellent patient experience through standardized patient triaging, management of emergencies, best MCH/FP services as well as other out-patient procedures. This position will report to the Medical Centre Team Leader and will work with a great multidisciplinary team that is committed to serving the communities where Penda operates

Responsibilities:

• Initial assessment of patients, triaging, MCH/FP and nursing procedures as well as administering IV or IM medications using nursing best practice.
• Ensure the Medical Centre is always ready and well stocked with supplies and equipment, including well-packed clean and sterile items to attend to general and emergency cases.
• Be an Infection Prevention and Control Champion
• Quality patient education and excellent patient experience to all clients.
• Accurately and comprehensively record patient data in Penda’s electronic medical record in real-time.
• Complete the necessary MoH reporting requirements and ensure timely and accurate submission.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Nursing - KRCHN holding a valid practicing license from NCK.
• Valid BLS certification is mandatory, ACLS is an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a busy Healthcare Facility
• Demonstrated experience in MCH/FP
• Good communication (written and verbal) skills, outstanding patient interaction skills.
• Strong demonstrated ability to use electronic health records and digital health tools

Package

• Base salary + benefits
• Lots of growth opportunities over time - you can even become a Nurse In Charge!