School Nurse at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

Role Summary

• The school nurse is responsible for providing care and services to ensure a healthy environment for staff and students of the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi. He/she develops and communicates clear guidelines on how to maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic environment within the school.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the School Infirmary proactively, including staffing, supplies, and establishing routine practices.
• Assess injuries, and act on any emergency matters by accompanying the affected child to the hospital if immediate parental / guardian contact has not been made.
• Receive, log, and administer prescribed medications for students provided by parents.
• Serves as a member of the coordinated school health team that promotes the health and well-being of the Academy.
• Periodically assist in maintaining an updated medical record on students’ health and plans as required and communicate the changes to teachers.
• Carry out student screening, health awareness, and training with staff and students as needed.
• Ensure all school events have the required medical assistance and coverage needed, e.g. ambulance on stand-by for Sports Days etc.
• Provides First Aid Care during sporting events and school trips.
• Provide campus supervision, including coordinating responses to emergencies, supervising hygiene and safety of the buildings, or other situations that may arise.
• Perform other duties that enhance the efficient operations of the infirmary and school health practices, either self-directed or as assigned by the school nurse.

The requirements

Qualifications and experience:

• Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) – Diploma or equivalent,
• Experience having worked in a school set-up,
• Experience working in a culturally diverse organization,
• Completed a registered nurse’s training program at an accredited school of nursing,
• Valid current licensure by the Nurses Council of Kenya,
• Basic Life Support training,
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.